Job Description

My client is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Accountant to join their growing team. This role is based in Durban North.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Assist operations management in reducing costs and improving profit through close analysis and reporting of financial data, especially focusing on deviations from the budget.
• Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate records of company accounts in strict accordance with legal and unit office requirements.
• Audit Coordination:

• Effectively coordinate audits and take prompt corrective action where necessary to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Creditors and Debtors Management:

• Ensure the smooth and accurate processing of creditors' payments.
• Ensure debtors are correctly and accurately invoiced, with payments received in a timely manner.
• Customer Service:

• Accurately and timely meet the accounting needs of internal customers, fostering positive relationships and delivering exceptional service.
• Team Leadership:

• Build a competent and motivated team of accounting staff through confident and caring leadership.
• Compliance:

• Ensure strict compliance with all accounting-relevant company policies and procedures.
• Regulatory Awareness:

• Keep up to date with all relevant changes in tax and accounting regulations, ensuring the organization remains fully compliant.
• Statutory Returns:

• Submit accurate statutory returns by deadlines to meet legal requirements.
• Team Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively as part of a team or independently to deliver high-quality standards consistently and accurately.

• BCom degree in Financial Accounting
• 4 years experience in a similar role as an Accountant

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