Please ensure that you fill in the Indeed Assessments linked to this job post. Candidates who have not done the assessments will not be looked at. This is a full-time, in office position and is based in Cape Town.Salary: Market-RelatedWork type: 3-month contract, then permanentLocation: Cape TownDo you crave the thrill of the chase? Like puzzles that involve numbers? We're seeking a superstar accountant, fresh out of articles to join our high-energy team and conquer financial frontiers alongside us! This is an incredible opportunity to dive into the heart of our growing company.We celebrate wins (and sometimes commiserate over challenges) as a team.Here's what you'll be tackling:You'll be the master of our financial universe, keeping everything running smoothly and accurately. Think processing payments, chasing invoices, and wielding spreadsheets like a champion.Prepare insightful reports that tell a story - we need your sharp mind to translate numbers into actionable insights.You'll become a whiz at tax & compliance - think deadlines, regulations, and keeping us on the straight and narrow.We work with international clients, so your curiosity and hunger to understand "why" will be invaluable. Ask questions, dig deep, and become a financial rockstar!Audits? You got this! Your experience will ensure everything is ship-shape for when the auditors come knocking.We're looking for someone who:Loves getting their hands dirty and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves. No job is too big or too small for a true numbers ninja.Thrives in a fast-paced environment and gets a kick out of meeting deadlines. Pressure? You see it as motivation!Has a keen eye for detail and accuracy is their middle name. We can't afford any mistakes here, precision is key.Enjoys clear communication and can explain complex financial concepts in a way that's easy to understand.Becomes a pro at processes and procedures. You'll be the go-to person for navigating our financial systems.Is a team player who celebrates wins with the crew. We're all in this together!Must Haves:BSc in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant degreeSAICA/SAIPA Articles (non-negotiable)Be a whiz with GSuite and MS Office.Can speak fluent "accountant" and translate it intoplain English.Ready to join the adventure? Let's chat!The Nitty Gritty… This is what we expect from you:Duties include:● Daily financial control and overview, including but not limited to:o Processing and reviewing all journal entries, creditors, and debtors for all receipts, payments, and other financial transactions.o Filing source documents for all journal entries recorded (digitally and physically).o Posting journal entries to ledger accounts.o Preparing trial balances.o Performing bank reconciliations.o Preparing cash flow statements.o Issuing invoices, credit notes, etc.o Daily/monthly management, approval, issue, reconciliation, and processing of payments and petty cash.o Ensure bank statements, payments, and transactions are correctly allocated.o Daily and monthly management, processing, and reconciliation of SARS related returns and queries (VAT, PAYE, UIF, Annual returns, provisional returns, EMP501, etc.)● Performing payroll administration duties.● Preparing timely payments/transfers to meet company and third-party/external deadlines.● Managing, monitoring, and planning cashflows to ensure adequate cashflows on a day-to-day basis and to enhance the operations and strategy of the company.● Produce and distribute timely, accurate, and insightful monthly reports within set timeframes.● Developing, managing & updating the annual budget to meet the financial goals of the company.● Monitoring and analysing actual vs budgeted performance on a monthly basis as well as following up on poor performance areas and/or issues identified.● Timely, effective, and accurate administration and management of payroll, taxation, bank accounts, and compliance.● Ensure that all balance sheet reconciliations and registers are produced and maintained on an accurate and timely basis.● Ensure compliance with and submissions for all statutory requirements (including but not limited to financial control, financial management, SARS, Department of Labour, CIPC, SDL, etc.)● Ensure appropriate external audit arrangements are in place & manage the audit process.● Produce annual financial reports and statements to comply with the requirements of the company and the South African legal framework.● Produce financial reports, including Financial Modeling and other financial information to support strategic decision-making.● Ensure all finance-related data (including but not limited to invoices, statements, proof of payments, payment review packs, contracts, BEE, corporate particulars, director and shareholder information, etc.) is documented in relevant databases, processed in the accounting system and saved on the Company’s drive and reported as required by the Company.● Ensure paperwork where needed is scanned and sent to various external parties as well as saved on the company/group drive.● Adhere to control procedures (including but not limited to reconciliations, documentation, and authorisation requirements).● Design/implement/execute and enforce processes, controls, and systems to mitigate financial risks and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance and administration department.● Identify areas of financial improvement with regard to cost control/reduction, revenue maximisation, and asset misappropriation.● Taxation management with a specific focus on tax submissions, tax planning, and tax efficiency, specifically.● Developing relationships and liaising and negotiating with external contacts (including but not limited to auditors, insurers and financiers, etc.).This list is not meant to be exhaustive list. The employee will be required to perform other duties as required.Job Type: Full-timeApplication Question(s):Have you done your SAICA/SAIPA Articles?Education:Bachelors (Required)Application Deadline: 2024/05/12#J-18808-Ljbffr