Trainee Accountant/ Junior Accountant The above position is vacant at CashMaster in Waltloo, reporting to the Financial Manager at CashMaster. Minimum Requirements: Minimum Matric Certificate and Degree / Diploma in Accounting Sciences. SAP knowledge is essential. 1 Year prior experience is essential. Proficiency in MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint is essential. Previous experience in the Cash Industry is advantageous. Accuracy and highly methodical working methods are required. Ability to liaise professionally with personnel at all levels. Ability to work without supervision, under pressure, and meet strict deadlines. Ability to report on the various product types. Ability to assist and resolve queries relating to reconciliation. Attention to detail. Key Performance Areas: (not totally inclusive) Daily processing of bank account. Reconciliation of various balance sheet accounts as per schedules. Submit all reconciliation on time. Identify and resolve reconciliation differences. Processing and preparation of Journal entries Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports. Assist the Accountant with preparation of monthly and annual reporting. Update financial data in database to ensure the information is accurate and immediately available. Processing monthly revenue and expense accruals. Regularly reviewing and clearing the bank clearing accounts in the general ledger and following up on uncleared items (unallocated deposits, etc) Exercising control over the CashMaster petty cash, reconciling the account, and requesting reimbursements. Core Competencies Demonstrates integrity by modelling CashMaster’s values and ethical standards. Strong analytical skills. Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills. Ability to self-manage and perform work independently. Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude. Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities. Ability to advocate and provide policy advice. Ability to promote integrity and business ethics; demonstrate mature judgment, trust and open communication; ability to ensure effective teamwork, collaborative behaviour and team spirit. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work schedules. Ability to work and within a team environment. Ability to adopt to change. Ability to function under pressure. Skills Excellent verbal&written communication skills Excellent telephone etiquette. Excellent reconciliation skills Excellent reconciliation and mathematical skills We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Disabled Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team. Fidelity Security Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate. Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr