Accountant (Automotive industry) - CT Temp at Ellahi Consulting

Role Purpose

• The main purpose of the role is to apply accounting principles to analyze financial information, prepare financial reports by compiling information and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures, and be responsible for maintaining the general ledger and financial reporting.

Requirements
Academic Qualifications

• Matric
• Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree

Work Experience

• 5 years' experience using the Evolve system
• 5 years' experience in the motor industry
• Tax calculations experience

Knowledge and Skills

• Well-developed communication skills with the ability to persuade and influence
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships, demonstrate emotional intelligence (EQ), embrace diversity, and resolve conflict
• Strong numerical reasoning skills to support business and financial decision-making
• Analytical thinking skills with the ability to interpret information, diagnose issues, and solve problems

Key Deliverables and Responsibilities
Account Processing

• Complete month-end procedures, including transaction processing up to trial balance and reconciliations.
• Prepare general ledger and intercompany account reconciliations.
• Collate and prepare management accounts.
• Carry out cash and banking procedures in line with cash control policies.
• Complete VAT 201 calculations and submissions, including monthly VAT turnover reconciliations.
• Prepare daily and weekly DOC reports.
• Perform accurate trial balance reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding issues and queries.
• Make decisions in accordance with defined policies and procedures.
• Prepare annual fixed asset schedules and year-end audit packs within required deadlines.

Financial Analysis and Reporting

• Analyze and interpret financial results.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly and annual management accounts.
• Capture and manage financial data and reports within the company's financial systems.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data.

Budgeting

• Assist with the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget process within agreed deadlines.

Corporate Governance, Compliance, and Audits

• Ensure compliance with tax, legal, statutory, and internal authority requirements.
• Facilitate mini-audits to verify compliance and support financial transactions.
• Prepare documentation for internal (ICQ) and external audits.

Financial Databases and Systems

• Recommend, develop, and maintain financial databases, accounting software systems, and manual filing systems.
• Contribute to the implementation of new financial systems and processes.
• Identify and drive system and process improvements.

Key Stakeholders

• Internal Customers
• All business units
• All support functions
• Finance department
• External Stakeholders
• Customers
• Suppliers
• SARS

Decision-Making and Problem Solving

• The role requires independent decision-making within established policies and procedures, supported by strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.