Specialist: Accountant

Job Title: Specialist: Accountant

Dealership: Free State Divisional Head Office

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Specialist: Accountant based in Bloemfontein to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles and practices, with expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and compliance. The Specialist: Accountant will be responsible for managing the company's financial records, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, and providing strategic guidance on financial matters.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's growth and profitability goals
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other financial regulations
• Monitor and evaluate financial performance metrics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making
• Participate in audits and other financial reviews
• Hyperion Uploads and Reporting Annual Tax Pack.
• Returns Monthly VAT GL Recon.
• Review FSP Calculations and Returns Cash Book.
• Management Loading Payments.
• Cash Management Reporting All Reconciliations.
• Ensure that the correct accounting policies and procedures are being follow at all times.
• Manage the full capex process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA certification preferred
• 3+ years of experience in accounting or finance
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience

• 1 – 2 years’ experience in a similar environment.
• Financial Services experience will be good but not essential.

Skills And Expertise

• Ability to record financial transactions.
• Ability to understand accounting fundamentals and principles.
• Compiles reports.
• Interrogates transactions.
• Shows basic knowledge and understanding of accounting and tax concepts, financial statements, trial balance, financial record keeping process and books or accounts of the company.
• Records financial transactions.
• Understands accounting fundamentals and principles.
• Compiles and presents reports.

If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in accounting, we encourage you to apply for the Specialist: Accountant position with our company.