Company Accountant

SUMMARY:
Our dynamic, Durban based, digital marketing client, requires an Accountant to prepare and manage the monthly financial accounts of the company.

POSITION INFO:
Role Purpose:

The Accountant will be responsible for the full finance function of the digital marketing company and two smaller subsidiary companies. The role will include bookkeeping, preparation and sign-off of management accounts, debtor and creditor management, receipting, and monthly management reporting. The role requires strong analytical capability and includes a component of general administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full bookkeeping and general ledger management for all group entities
• Preparation, review, and sign-off of monthly management accounts
• Management of debtors, creditors, supplier reconciliations, and journals
• Accurate receipting, bank reconciliations, and cash flow oversight
• Preparation of monthly management and financial reports, including:
• Profitability, liquidity, and working capital ratios
• Cost analysis and key business performance indicators
• Financial risk management of all companies (insurance, IT, asset management etc)
• Intercompany reconciliations and reporting consistency
• General finance-related administration and record-keeping
• Support audits and ad hoc management requests
• Manage and maintain staff records and important documentation
• Reporting on Timesheets and profitability per client and Return on Staff Expense reports

• Relevant accounting qualification (Degree or Diploma) – BCom Finance
• Professional registration (SAIPA / CIMA or similar) advantageous
• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role
• Experience preparing and signing off management accounts
• Strong understanding of debtors, creditors, and cash flow management
• Experience in an SME or services environment preferred
• Proficient in utilizing Sage Accounting Software (with a move to Xero next year.)
• Strong Excel skills