Job Description

Closing Date 2025/07/25
Reference Number AEC250711-3
Pillar AECI Plant Health
Job Title Financial Accountant
Job Type Classification Permanent
Job Grade CU
Number of Positions 1
Location - Town / Site Chloorkop
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Country South Africa

Purpose of the job

• Execute month-end processes, including the preparation of journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage COGNOS reporting and VAT submissions for the AECI Plant Health division.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records for both internal and external reporting, in compliance with company policies and procedures.

Required outputs: Functional

• Perform month-end close of the General Ledger and ensure timely integration of financial data.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of Master Data within the General Ledger.
• Submit timely monthly COGNOS submissions in line with group reporting deadlines.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns within the required timeframes.
• Compile and submit monthly treasury confirmations.
• Generate monthly cost statements, verify their accuracy, and distribute them to Business Unit owners.
• Prepare and submit AECI budget and forecast data, ensuring accuracy and adherence to submission deadlines.
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of internal and external audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
• Support the finance team with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS or applicable accounting standards.

• Review and validate financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness before submission to management.
• Stay up to date with legal and regulatory developments related to accounting and financial reporting.
• Act as a backup for finance related processes where required.
• Adhoc tasks as required by management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Grade 12 (Matric) with a tertiary qualification in Accounting (B.Com degree required).
• Completion of Board 1 and SAICA Articles is advantageous.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance environment.
• Strong financial acumen with proven experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with strong organizational, presentation, analytical, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of ERP systems; experience with Syspro is advantageous.
• Valid driver's license, reliable personal transport, and medically fit to drive.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Deadline-driven with strong time management and prioritisation skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Demonstrated ability to interface effectively across multiple organizational levels.

Competencies (skills, knowledge and characteristics)

• Safety awareness
• Planning and organising
• Consistency
• Deciding and initiating action
• Initiative, integrity and ethics
• Analysis, accuracy and attention to detail
• Working with people
• Presenting and communicating information
• Following instructions and procedures
• Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Adhering to principles and values
• Relationship building
• Deadline driven
• Time management
• Working independently as well as within a team
• Adapting and responding to change
• High work standards
• Problem solving