Description:
Job summary:
Provides financial information by maintaining and reconciling accounts and preparing reports.
Fixed Asset month end reporting
Ensure that all fixed asset purchases are recorded correctly in the general ledger and the fixed asset sub module reconciles to the general ledger on a monthly basis within the month end deadline
Accounts for the movement of fixed assets including the transfer & disposal of assets
Ensures that all assets are accounted for in terms of the accounting policy
Ensure that no weaknesses are raised by the internal or external auditors’ reports
General ledger close
Raise month end close journals which are accurate and complete within the month end deadline
Monthly review of Income Statement ensuring accuracy and completeness
Preparation of Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations within the specified deadlines to ensure that the balance sheet is accurate and complete
Resolve Balance Sheet reconciling items before Month End
Ensure that no weaknesses are raised by the internal or external auditors’ reports
Income TAX & VAT returns compliance
Prepares monthly tax computations and raise related journal entry
Preparation of Income Tax Returns
Preparation of Provisional Tax Payments
Preparation of VAT returns taxation
Ensure that Taxation compliance requirements are achieved within legislation deadlines
Financial statements and compliance
Ensure that annual financial statements are completed within the agreed timeframes
Prepare annual statutory accounts and returns in accordance with relevant legislation
Keeps abreast on changes in international accounting standards and advises key stakeholders of changes
Ensures that records to meet legal & tax requirements are maintained
Maintains a sound internal control environment
Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with relevant legislation
Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed
Liaise with external auditors
Ensure that all information is readily available for review by the auditors within the agreed timeframe
Ensure that no material errors or exceptions are identified by the auditors
Resolution of auditor issues in a timely manner
Ad hoc
Reviewing and releasing of supplier payments on a timeous basis
Reviewing and approving of supplier invoices on the Procurement Portal
The above is not limited and can change to better compliment the company, as it evolves
Minimum Qualifications
Relevant Diploma or degree
Minimum Working Experience
At least 3 – 5 years’ experience in an Accountant role