Job Description:
Temp Financial Accountant
Introduction

Our client is looking for a Temp Financial Accountant to prepare entries to the general ledger system as required based on information provided and bank transactions.
Description
Education and Minimum Requirements

Matric
Degree in accounting, finance or related discipline
At least 5 years’ experience in an accounting position which has included preparation and reconciliation of accounts, financial reporting and filing of returns to SARS.
Experience in using SAP general ledger system
Driver’s licence
Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management skills and the ability to balance multiple deadlines
Sound understanding and commitment to excellent financial controls
The ability to influence others to provide information and to make things happen
Excellent Microsoft Office skills
Professional approach
Commitment to customer service
Commitment to project goals
Responsibilities

Cash management

Liaise with staff to project and manage cash balances
Prepare entries to the general ledger system as required based on information provided and bank transactions
Reconcile bank and company accounts and provide reports for management
Accounts payable

Review invoices prior to processing payments in the general ledger
Prepare payment batches, automatic payments and foreign currency payments for approval by bank signatories
Analyse expenditure as required
Financial reporting

Reconcile general ledger accounts
Complete month end reporting within specified time frames
Print/collate reports for distribution
Prepare commentaries
Participate in internal and external audits as required
Budgeting and forecasting

Liaise with other staff to draft budgets and forecasts as required e.g. capital expenditure forecast
Fixed assets

Maintain fixed assets schedule for the company
Reconcile the fixed assets schedule to the company general ledger
Taxation

Ensure tax is calculated correctly at month end
Prepare VAT returns. File with SARS following review by Financial Director
Ensure tax payments are made by due dates
Liaise with SARS to identify and clear any account balances
Internal controls

Recommend enhancements to internal controls
Implement agreed enhancements
Monitor compliance with internal controls and bring any concerns to the attention of management
Projects

Participate in project activities as required
Corporate contribution

Constructively participate as a member of the wider team
Undertake any other tasks or one-off projects which may be assigned from time to time
Ensure protection of the company’s commercial interests always and in all circumstances
Take all practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others as a matter of priority
Demonstrate professional skill and a high standard of fairness and integrity