Financial Accountant

SUMMARY:
Seeking a dynamic team player, with an exceptional attitude, to join our ranks!

POSITION INFO:
A leader in the steel pipe manufacturing sector, and part of a globally recognized group, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to support their finance function with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficient processing.

As a Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for the following:

• Cashbook & Payments:
  • Allocate payments and process requisitions accurately.
  • Process daily and monthly cashbooks and reconcile to bank statements.
  • Manage sundry transfers and charge card payments on Syspro.
  • Liaise with banks to confirm payments and complete foreign payment BOP forms.
  • Prepare and process petty cash and charge card recons.
• General Ledger & Financial Reporting:
  • Compile, maintain, and reconcile general ledger accounts.
  • Process journals and ensure accurate entries into Syspro.
  • Work with the Finance Manager to validate and complete the reporting pack for head office.
  • Provide detailed expense reporting, analysis, and inter-company recovery journals.
• Asset & Capital Management:
  • Maintain procedures for control of assets.
  • Open new capital WIP accounts on Syspro.
  • Reconcile fixed assets and general ledger accounts monthly.
  • Perform monthly depreciation calculations and maintain the fixed asset register.
  • Prepare invoices for capital expenditure audit files and perform asset verification.
• Compliance & Taxation:
  • Prepare and reconcile all VAT-related returns and ensure accurate GL capturing.
  • Complete VAT returns and handle submissions on SARS eFiling.
  • Assist with provisional tax calculations and SARS audits.
• Audit & Reconciliations:
  • Assist with both internal and external audit processes.
  • Reconcile foreign creditors and fleet card accounts.

• A relevant finance/accounting qualification (BCom or equivalent preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Syspro and advanced Excel skills.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of VAT, tax, and general ledger accounting.
• High attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.