Senior Financial Accountant

SUMMARY:
One of the biggest manufacturing company in Johannesburg is seeking a well-experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join their Johannesburg office. The purpose of this role is for the candidate to focus on financial reporting,Audit,tax and consolidations, they will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance and transparency of financial information for the Group and select clients. This position demands a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, local regulatory requirements and a keen eye for detail.

POSITION INFO:
Qualifications:

• Completed Honours degree In B.com Accounting /CA(SA)
• Completed SAICA / SAIPA Articles
• Minimum 5-8 years working experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience in financial reporting,audit ,tax and consolidations

• In-depth knowledge of IFRS, South African GAAP and local tax regulations
• SAGE
• Quick books

• Provide payroll support and processing of employees' pay in Sage payroll
• Generate accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports including various reconciliations as required
• Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and ensure completeness.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Work closely with subsidiaries and business units to gather financial data for consolidation purposes.
• Manage the consolidation process for the organisation and our clients ensuring accurate reporting of consolidated financial statements.
• Coordinate and lead the external audit process,liasing with auditors and the American counterparts to provide necessary documentation and expectation
• Prepare and submit tax returns (VAT/PAYE/CIT) ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines
• Stay abreast of changes in South African tax regulations and ensure company’s compliance