Junior Financial Accountant at Ogilvy South Africa

Key Responsibilities:

• Month-End Close Process:
• Prepare and post journal entries for assigned companies.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and reports.
• Assist with month end reporting submission.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end tasks.
• Financial Accounting Support:
• Assist the Financial Accountant with bank reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and other accounting tasks.
• Prepare and process purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Company Secretarial Assistance:
• Assist with the preparation and filing of company secretarial documents.
• Complete and submit various forms and applications.
• Maintain statutory records and registers.
• Trust Accounting:
• Process month-end accounting entries for various trusts.
• Reconcile trust accounts and prepare related reports and management packs.
• Other Duties:
• Provide administrative support to the Finance Team as needed.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and tasks.

Experience:

• Minimum Grade 12 with Accounting as a subject.
• Previous experience as a Junior Accountant or in a similar role is advantageous.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Other Requirements:
• Own reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Commitment to working from the office.