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Financial Accountant

Somerset West
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: SW005690/JM

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Employer: Helderberg Personnel cc

My client, an established fruit exporter based in Somerset West, has a vacancy for a Financial Accountant with a relevant Degree and completed SAIPA articles to join their team.

Purpose of the position
The Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the company. The person in this role will act in support of the Finance Manager and help ensure the financial health of the organization through careful monitoring and reporting.

Educational qualification requirements:

Relevant Financial qualification (BCom/BCom Acc)
Completed articles or in process of completion (SAIPA)

Experience required:

1 -2 post-article experience

Duties:
1. Financial reporting:

Perform monthly reconciliations, including: Creditors, Debtors, Bank
Support the Financial Manager with monthly and annual financial statements as well as management reports.

2. Statutory Requirements:

Collect and organize documentation for tax purposes
Ensure accuracy of all tax entries in the financial system
Assist with the preparation of the annual tax return by providing relevant information and documentation
Keep abreast of changes in tax regulations and implement necessary adjustments in processes

3. Debtors and Creditors:

Handle invoicing and send invoices and statements to clients
Follow up on outstanding debts and remind clients for payments
Follow up on outstanding prices
Process receipts and accurately record income in the financial system
Maintain client contact to handle payment inquiries
Process supplier invoices and ensure payments are made accurately and on time
Keep track of all expenses
Perform monthly creditors reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting
Handle supplier inquiries and maintain good relationships
Prepare monthly payment reports and provide information for budget planning
Prepare producer reports

4. System and process management:

Maintain and improve financial processes and internal controls.
Assist in the implementation of best practices in financial management.

5. Collaboration with Auditors and External Stakeholders:

Support the financial audit process by providing relevant documentation and information.
Communicate with external auditors and financial institutions as necessary.

Key competencies / skills / attributions required

Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel and Pastel)
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work accurately under pressure.
Excellent attention to detail
Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English)

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About Helderberg Personnel cc

Based in Somerset West, Helderberg Personnel was established in 1998. The company initially started doing placements in the Helderberg Basin and over the years expanded nationally. Our background has proved to be invaluable in providing a high standard of recruitment, screening, evaluation and placement of candidates.

Our Value proposition:
The true value proposition of the Helderberg Personnel brand is our commitment to attending to our clients’ needs, culture and values and to ensure that, through comprehensive interviews with candidates, the overall match is determined to ensure a long term relationship. The identity of the client remains confidential at all times. We understand that our function is to ensure that the candidate must become a strategic partner to a business instead of a mere employee. Helderberg Personnel has achieved a steady growth over the last years and we have evolved into one of the leading agencies in the region. We have made placements cross functional, cross industry and up to senior management level.