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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Finance and reporting (monthly and annual responsibilities)
• Group
• Preparation of Group flash and monthly management accounts
• Drafting and passing monthly Consolidation journals
• Group cashflow bi-weekly review, preparation of Group annual budget
• Group banking administration
• Review businesses tax schedules and prepare Group tax schedules
• Manage Group internal and external audits
• Ensure subsidiary AFS are signed off and assist with drafting Group AFS
• Assist with preparing workings for Group audit deliverables

Head Office

• Review Head Office annual budgets, VAT returns and Trial Balance
• P/L actual vs budget variance analysis as well as preparation of forecasting
• Review monthly GL recons
• Fixed Asset management
• Payment authorisation and release
• Opex authorisation (workflow approvals)
• Adhoc support to Group FM

Tax

• Deal with SARS ad SARS related queries
• Review of tax computations
• Completion and submission of annual, provisional returns

IFRS

• Ensure IFRS compliance as well as good corporate governance for Group

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• CA(SA) with 2-4 years commercial experience
• Understanding Group consolidation and reporting
• Must be a self-starter
• SAGE X3 experience is beneficial
• Advanced MS Excel
• Experience in a group environment is beneficial

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Main function of the role will be the running of finance activities of the group, including business planning, budgeting and forecasting
• Review month management accounts
• Analyse operations, identify gaps for improvement, cost reduction
• Assist with strategic analysis and planning
• Evaluating trends, establishing critical measurments
• Review and sign off journals
• Prepare inter-divisional recons
• Review head office and operational GL rcons
• Manage banking profiles and treasury functions
• Prepare AFS
• Responsible for compilation and consolidation of budget templates
• Support project analysis

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• CA(SA) qualification is essential
• Min. 5 years post articles experience (some at Group Accountant / FM level)
• Thorough knowledge of up to date IFRS

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Job Description

This role supports the financial decision-making information by collecting, analysing, investigating, and reporting financial data.
The role will also include treasury functions, such as cash flow management, banking signatories & profile management, ensuring all payments are promptly and accurately paid, booking forex, etc.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Providing Finance Support to the Group of companies
• Responsible for the accounts payable function incorporating both local and foreign suppliers
• Maintain the general ledgers and ensure completion of monthly general ledger reconciliations
• Processing month end journals and balancing loan accounts
• Responsible for monthly and quarterly financial reporting
• Responsible for Group treasury function
• Oversee stock counts and processing of stock count adjustments
• Preparing monthly commission schedules
• Maintain the fixed assets registers for both tax and accounting requirements
• Preparation and submission of monthly VAT and withholding tax returns
• Providing support and assistance with systems/process automation within the Finance department
• Assist with various statutory compliance requirements
• Other ad hoc tasks and projects.

Job Requirements

• B.Com. accounting minimum, preferably with articles
• Advanced computer skills. Syspro experience will be an advantage
• Treasury experience will be a strong advantage
• Advanced Excel skills
• Good communications skills essential.
• Minimum of 4 years accounting experience.

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Job Description

The role would suit an Accountant that has dealt with group companies, and with a min. of 5 years experience in an Accountant role.
Previous Syspro experience is essential.
CaseWare and Sage VIP are advantageous.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee, prepare and submit statutory returns
• Assist in drafting and implementing policies related to financial systems
• Prepare journals processing, balance sheet recons and at times, assist with consolidations of business units
• Assist and run with accounts payable, cashbook, inventory and accounts receivable
• Knowledge of payroll for hourly and monthly paid employees
• Assist with internal and external audit requests
• Assist with costings
• Track payments

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The position is responsible to support the Finance & Operations Executive and Group Financial Manager:

• Review and develop internal controls, financial systems, and company policies
• Reviews costs structures
• Identify areas for change and improvement in order to ensure the finance department contributes effectively to the profitability and commercial success of the organisation;
• Drive on cost reduction;
• Monitoring of financial performance
• Assisting with queries in the Financial Division;
• Working capital management, daily monitoring of cashflows, timely collections of debtors (overseeing and assisting where necessary) focusing on reducing DSO's, managing creditors payments and recons, focusing on cost control
• Financial management of Stock Control function;
• Adhoc Projects;
• Any other financial reports or reconciliations as requested;
• Complete General Ledger reconciliations;
• Pricing and profitability analysis evaluating pricing structures and analysing product profitability
• Preparing budgets and forecasts;
• Managing financial queries from Divisional Managers;
• Assist with the preparation and co-ordination of the audit process;
• Preparation of Monthly Management Reports;
• Conducting and reporting on business case analysis;
• Preparation of Annual Financial Statements in CaseWare
• Overseeing the Finance Department
• Responsible for all Tax / VAT related queries from SARS for the group
• Compile accurate supporting documents for reserve bank submission
• Reviewing insurance contracts and taking control of Group insurance administration
• Assisting with tender calculations and pricing files
• Assisting the Company Secretary with compliance related matters

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification essential
• Articles completed with reputable audit firm and obtained varied exposure to multiple industries and companies
• Min 3 5 years commercial experience managing a full finance team with all the typical financial management functions is a requirement

Experience Required

• Successfully completed articles with a reputable audit firm and obtained varied exposure to multiple industries and companies;
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices including reporting;
• Knowledge of legislation regarding accounting, finances, and taxation;
• Comfortable to operate within an environment with active shareholder involvement;
• Proficiency in Syspro will be a definite advantage;
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office with a strong working knowledge of Excel Advanced is a requirement for this position.

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Key Requirements:

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience up to trial balance, preferably within the dynamic hospitality industry.
• Education: Financial qualification or currently studying towards one, demonstrating your commitment to excellence in finance.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must, along with a strong command of Accpac.
• Tools: Own laptop and reliable access to WiFi to ensure seamless workflow.

Key Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Complete Accounts up to Trial Balance for Multiple Branches:
• Utilize your expertise in bookkeeping to manage the financial records of 5 to 6 branches, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Perform bank reconciliations and journal entries to reconcile accounts and maintain up-to-date financial records for each branch.
• Liaising with Relevant Staff to Resolve Queries:
• Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders, collaborating with branch managers and department heads to address and resolve any financial queries or discrepancies promptly.
• Provide guidance and support to ensure smooth communication and resolution of issues related to financial transactions and records.
• Complete and Update Working Paper Files:
• Maintain organized and detailed working paper files, documenting all financial transactions and adjustments made during the accounting period.
• Regularly update and review working papers to ensure accuracy and completeness, facilitating smooth audits and financial reporting processes.
• Fixed Asset Administration:
• Oversee the administration of fixed assets, including updating files with invoices, maintaining Excel spreadsheets, and preparing depreciation schedules.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies regarding the recording and management of fixed assets, supporting accurate financial reporting.
• Complete VAT for One of the Brands:
• Take ownership of Value Added Tax (VAT) calculations and submissions for one of the hospitality brands, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to regulatory authorities.
• Stay updated on VAT regulations and requirements to ensure compliance and minimize the risk of penalties or fines.
• Check and Verify EFT Payments in Standard Bank's Website:
• Conduct thorough checks and verification of Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments using Standard Bank's online platform.
• Review payment details, confirm recipient information, and validate transaction amounts to mitigate the risk of errors or fraudulent activity.