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• An experienced Senior Accountant with SAICA/SAIPA articles and an AGA(SA) or Professional Accountant (SA) designation to take a step up into a leadership role. The successful individual will be a detail-oriented professional with a can-do attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. Emotional maturity, commitment to confidentiality, and the ability to navigate challenging interpersonal dynamics are key qualities for success in this role. If you are proactive, and ready to make a real impact, apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Accounts Department for the Financial Director, including 6 clerks and assist the Retail Financial Accountant
• Oversee all financial aspects of the holding companies
• Review all payments, wages and head office salaries for two companies
• Pass journals, VAT recon, GL/payroll system recon, reconcile TB, prepare management
• accounts, analyse and present to the directors
• Prepare the annual budget
• Evaluate risk vs cost with insurance broker and present to directors
• Oversee COIDA, Employment Equity/SDL, EMP501’s/IRP5’s, CIPC submissions
• Prepare management accounts and present to the directors
• Review bank statements as a first task and address any unexplained movements
• Fund the bank accounts for debit orders
• Review contracts and present key pitfalls and risks to the FD
• Modernise the accounts dept, develop electronic reports
• Monitor slow debtors and push collections while maintaining good customer relationships
• Manage the debtor cover insurance

Requirements:

• SAICA articles and AGA(SA) registered or SAIPA qualified accountant
• Min 2-3 years post articles
• Experience with Xero software (advantageous)
• Proficiency in advanced Excel skills (vlookup, nested “IF” functions, sumif)
   

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About the role:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of the company's financial models, forecasts, and budgets.
• Analyse financial performance support strategic planning initiatives by providing financial insights and recommendations.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and other stakeholders.
• Partner with the senior leadership team to understand their financial needs and provide support in budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial assistance and analysis to support decision-making and identify areas for improvement, and assist the CFO with projects.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for senior management and board meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in financial planning and analysis.

About you:

• Currently completing SAICA articles and available to start in January/February 2025
• Eager to learn, analyse and understand a businesses
• Right attitude and confidence to independently approach and interact with Execs, Senior Managers and other staff 
• Good level of financial acumen
• Good Excel and Tech skills (Sage experience will be beneficial, but not essential)

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Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packs
• Assist with preparation of the annual financial statements for the Group of companies
• Prepare regulatory submissions
• Assist with variance analysis of key trends and review of balance sheets to parent company
• Assist with preparation of the direct and indirect taxes calculations
• Responsible for all withholding tax calculations and submissions for the RCS Group
• Responsible for posting of the journals for taxation
• Assist with ad hoc projects and requests from the Financial Reporting and Tax Manager
• Monitor and stay informed of the latest changes in tax laws, regulations, and guidelines
• Provide insights and recommendations to adapt processes and policies in response to evolving tax requirements 

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting
• Minimum 2 - 3 years relevant Accounting and Tax experience
• Exposure to month end reporting processes and preparation of annual financial statements
• Proven analytical skills with experience working with large volumes of data
• Proven track record with performing complex reconciliations
• Retail or Financial Services industry experience (advantageous)