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Ideal candidate must be able to communicate with various clients with confidence and from time-to-time meet with clients and handle all queries. Afrikaans is essential for this role.This is a full-time Junior Accountant / Bookkeeper role.Minimum Requirements are:Diploma / BCom degree in accounting.Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar roleCompleted SAIPA articles will be advantageous (no post articles experience required)Computer literate in Pastel, Sage Business Cloud Accounting, Sage Payroll, Draftworx (or similar), and Microsoft OfficeExperience with tax preparation and filing of returns on eFiling,Solid eFiling experience advantageous,Good organizational, time management, and communication skills,Effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail,Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment,Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.Skills Required:Computer LiteracyAccountingSage ProductsEfilingArticlesProblem SolvingTeamworkTaxationMicrosoft OfficeCommunication

We are looking for an experienced Intercompany Accountant for a Global Company in Port Elizabeth.The Inter company Accountant will handle the payables function for all local and foreign creditors to ensure accurate data in the accounts payable system and to make payments according to corporate guidelines.The role will also involve foreign receivables and the collection and offset of these amounts. The role will also involve the reporting and monitoring of all the WIPS and Accruals.The Inter company Accountant will also act as support for the Accounting Manager.Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance5+ Years of experience in finance or accountingCargowise and Freight Industry experience will be advantageous5+ years of experience in an accounting environmentInternational accounting experience a plusExperience operating in a team environmentExperience in both accounts payable and receivable functionsExperience with foreign exchange transactionsMust have good working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets (Advanced Excel abilities)Duties & Responsibilities:Reviewing all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to paymentDeveloping improved payables processes and implementing with approval from the next level managerPosting invoices as needed within company guidelinesReconciling work processed by operations departmentsVerifying entries and comparing system reports to statementsMaintaining accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactionsMaintaining historical records by accurate filing of documents and maintaining this systemReconciling accounts receivable and accounts payable with foreign entitiesWorking with intercompany and agents on resolving disputes and settling paymentsWorking with customers from various countries utilizing a broad range of currenciesDeveloping improved processes and implementing with approval from the next level managerReviewing all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment of invoicesVerifying entries and comparing system reports to statementsProtecting organization’s value by keeping information confidentialUpdating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunitiesWorking with finance department to ensure smooth workflow and productive environmentServing as a liaison between overseas customers/creditors and internal staff to ensure accounting processes and issues are resolved in a timely mannerUpdating records in Cargowise systemFollowing up on overdue paymentsWorking with management team to set standards and metrics for performanceResponding to any questions regarding accounts payables and accounts receivablesPreparing the reports required by the companies Job Management PolicyRemaining within company guidelines when addressing accounting inquiriesEscalating uncommon, complex issues to the next level manager for resolution when necessaryBrainstorming possible solutions for issues with the accountingPerforming other related duties, as assigned

Academic Qualifications Required:Matric with Accounting at a Higher GradeBCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxationCompleted SAIPA articles or SAICA articlesORMore than 6 years of experience in an accounting practiceSkills Required:Interpersonal skillsCommunication skills: Be able to converse in English / Afrikaans / Xhosa (advantageous)Report writing skillsTime ManagementProblem solving skillsOrganisational skillsTraining presentation skillsSupervisory skills: Ability to supervise junior and intermediate accountants and provide leadership.Strong Accounting, Taxation and Auditing knowledgeDecisive and accurateAbility to prioritiseAbility to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environmentRequired Computer Packages:PastelMicrosoft office – Excel and Word, WindowsCaseWareXeroKey Duties and Responsibilities:Supervise and initiating the processing of client information receipts, sales invoices, purchase invoicesPerform bank reconciliationsProcessing and reconciling of Petty Cash and cash control accountsKeeping of a fixed asset registerGeneral journals – e.g., depreciation, provisions, interest, salaries, stock, etc.Process journal entries e.g., new instalment sale agreements, interest on borrowings, provisions, accruals of income and expenses, bad debts etc.Distinguish between finance and operating leases.Foreign exchange transactionsReconcile debtors and creditors statements.Correct accounting treatment on disposal of assets (property, plant & equipment) and investments and the calculation of the taxation on capital gains/losses.Analyse the resulting trial balance for mistakes / deviations and be able to discuss the results with the client.Analytical review of AFS – GP%, Inventory days, Creditors days, Debtors daysAbility to record books from insufficient records.Produce a draft set of financials according to generally accepted accounting practice and a working paper file according to the standards per the training file for sole proprietors, close corporations, trusts, partnerships, small business corporations, farmers and Body Corporates.Prepare the notes to financial statementsFormulate accounting policiesIdentifying provisions and contingent liabilitiesCalculate the tax liability for sole proprietors, individuals, close corporations and trusts, small business corporations, farmers, Body corporates and partnerships.Calculate the taxation on lumpsum payments by retirementTax planning – e.g., fringe benefits and allowancesTax avoidance / Non-resident taxSecondary tax on companiesPerform vouching tests during an audit of (Pty) Ltd and Body Corporates to verify completeness, existence, accuracy, valuation, ownership and presentation.Calculation of PAYE/UIF/SDL levies and VAT.Completion of statutory returns e.g., UIF/SDL/PAYE/VAT.Liase with client re payment of the above returns.Reconciliations of input/output VAT to annual financial statements and monthly trial balancesCompiling and discussing with the client of monthly management accounts.Complete a tax return for individuals, close corporations, trusts and body corporates.Recording and identifying short comings in internal controlsIdentifying risks and calculate materialityStatutory checks – member’s certificates, founding statements, association agreements etc.Pre-engagement proceduresAcquisition of member’s interest / shareholdingReview the monthly files of junior to intermediate accountantsCompletion and review of Management representation lettersQualifying the report of an Accounting Officer

Requirements:Minimum of Grade 12Proven experience in Bookkeeping essentialGeneral office administration experience requiredHigh level of professionalism, efficiency and attention to detailComputer literacy with a high level of accuracyAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines/time constraintsProblem solving skillsBe able to communicate verbally in a clear, concise, professional, tactful, diplomatic and sincere manner on all levelsAbility to perform secretarial and clerical duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervisionKey Performance Areas:Provide professional accounts assistance to the Accountant and finance department, ensuring efficiency and accuracy are maintained at all timesProcessing and capturing of paymentsReconciling various accountsUpdate and maintain the filing systemResponsible for full function creditorsAssist with:Stock controlCashbookAudit filesDebtorsFixed assets controlVarious reconciliationsGeneral office administrationAssist with payments, debtors and creditorsAny other such finance tasks which may be required from time to timeSalary: R15 000 to R16 000 per month commensurate with experience.