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Financial Accountant

Durban
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: SW006322/JC

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Employer: Helderberg Personnel cc

An established group of companies with offices in Durban is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their team. The purpose of the role is to manage and oversee the full finance administration function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, effective debtor and creditor management, and compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements. The role is also responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and supporting informed financial decision-making within the business.

Main Responsibilities:

Manage the administration operations f
Manage and oversee the overall finance function including cashbook preparation, debtors and creditors management, month-end journal processing, and maintenance of Accpac system.
Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
Compile daily, monthly and annual statistical and financial reports.
Perform and review debtor’s reconciliations and ageing reports, creditors reconciliations and payment schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Monitor and manage debtor collections, credit limits, and payment terms, and assist with recovery of debtors on behalf of Traders.
Authorise creditor payments and ensure compliance with company policies.
Assist with the preparation and reconciliation of payroll input, including salaries, wages and commissions, support submission to Group Payroll, review remuneration reports for accuracy, and assist with processing of the payment file.
Prepare VAT reconciliations, support tax compliance and other statutory returns.
Assist with external audits and ensure audit readiness of financial records.
Maintain high standards of data accuracy and reporting quality.
Identify process improvements, strengthen internal controls and risk management processes.
Support adhoc financial projects and management requests.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications/Competencies:

Matric or equivalent required.
BComm Accounting qualification (SAIPA qualification essential)
3 - 5 years’ experience in a Financial Accounting role
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes
Working experience of Accpac - essential
Advanced MS Excel skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Deadline-driven with the ability to work under pressure
Strong organizational, planning and time management abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication (oral and written in English) and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
High level of integrity and professionalism
Positive attitude, proactive approach and professional demeanor
Drivers license and reliable transport

Working Hours

06h00 – 14h00 - Candidates must therefore be comfortable working early operational hours.

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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.