Operational Accountant

SUMMARY:
Our client is hiring an Operational Accountant!

POSITION INFO:
Description:

• Supervise operational Accounts Payable functions and support Accounts Receivable as needed
• Perform first-line review and approval of financial transactions on the accounting system before final posting (e.g., correct VAT treatment, correct account allocation, accuracy checks)
• Review creditors’ reconciliations
• Act as point of escalation for the Creditors function
• Review VAT reconciliations and submit monthly VAT returns for all companies
• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and perform asset accounting and cost analysis
• Support the finance team by preparing regular and ad hoc financial reports and statements
• Perform accounting computations and calculations accurately, identifying potential discrepancies
• Develop solutions to resolve discrepancies and errors
• Conduct financial reviews and analysis and recommend appropriate corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with Tax, VAT, and SARS regulations
• Apply accounting principles and techniques to analyse variances, assist in journal production, and perform routine accounting activities (including Cost Type, Cost Centre, and Cost Unit accounting)
• Assist with stock-take activities across the group
• Establish and maintain a framework of financial controls for the retail segment
• Participate in internal and external audit preparation and processes
• Contribute to ad hoc financial projects, including system implementations
• Participate in group-wide projects as required

• Completed Accounting Degree
• Minimum of 3 years’ practical experience as an accountant, operational accountant, or junior financial manager
• Experience in a retail accounting environment (highly advantageous)
• Strong familiarity with accounting systems, with practical working experience in two or more platforms
• Bonus: experience using Microsoft Dynamics
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, able to engage both financial and non-financial colleagues
• Ability to create meaningful financial reports and interpret them effectively
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines without panic
• Self-starter mindset with strong ownership, continuous improvement focus, and a drive to enhance efficiency and processes