Accountant at Bombela Operating Company (PTY) LTD.

Purpose

• Assist the Financial Reporting Manager in preparation of monthly financial accounts and reporting.

Principal Accountabilities 

• To support the Creditors Clerk and Finance Reporting Manager in the monthly financial activities and preparation of financial reporting.

Specific Responsibilities

• Cash book duties – loading of transactions into Sage accounting system;
• Preparations of Balance Sheet Reconciliation including bank Reconciliation
• Preparation of monthly cash report for Finance Manager;
• Invoicing of operational recoveries;
• Follow up on debtors payments outstanding and dealing with customer queries;
• Distribution of customer statements and invoices;
• Preparation of monthly fuel consumption, telephone and cell phone reports;
• Assisting Finance Manager in preparation of budget and forecasts:
• Support the Creditors Clerk with expense analysis.
• Assist in preparation of Month end reconciliation file/ audit file.

Profile

Educational Level & Years of Experience

• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Accounting - Six (6) years working experience
• B Com Accounting - Three (3) years working experience 

Other Technical/ Professional Skills/Qualifications

• Must be computer literate. MS Office Package with Advance Excel 

Language Ability

• Fluent in English

Desirable Traits

• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate with staff of all levels.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Must have a high quality of work.
• Ability to cope under stress.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Position will suit an individual who has an affinity for numbers
• Need to pay attention to detail
• Must have an ability to investigate and reconcile reports
• Adhere to strict deadlines
• Must be a fast learner
• Must have knowledge of software programs 

Skills

• Invoicing
• Cash Book
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation
• Month End Reconciliation