Job Description

A leader in the steel pipe manufacturing sector, and part of a globally recognized group, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to support their finance function with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficient processing.
As a Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for the following:

• Cashbook & Payments:

• Allocate payments and process requisitions accurately.
• Process daily and monthly cashbooks and reconcile to bank statements.
• Manage sundry transfers and charge card payments on Syspro.
• Liaise with banks to confirm payments and complete foreign payment BOP forms.
• Prepare and process petty cash and charge card recons.
• General Ledger & Financial Reporting:

• Compile, maintain, and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Process journals and ensure accurate entries into Syspro.
• Work with the Finance Manager to validate and complete the reporting pack for head office.
• Provide detailed expense reporting, analysis, and inter-company recovery journals.
• Asset & Capital Management:

• Maintain procedures for control of assets.
• Open new capital WIP accounts on Syspro.
• Reconcile fixed assets and general ledger accounts monthly.
• Perform monthly depreciation calculations and maintain the fixed asset register.
• Prepare invoices for capital expenditure audit files and perform asset verification.
• Compliance & Taxation:

• Prepare and reconcile all VAT-related returns and ensure accurate GL capturing.
• Complete VAT returns and handle submissions on SARS eFiling.
• Assist with provisional tax calculations and SARS audits.
• Audit & Reconciliations:

• Assist with both internal and external audit processes.
• Reconcile foreign creditors and fleet card accounts.

Qualifications & Skills:

• A relevant finance/accounting qualification (BCom or equivalent preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Syspro and advanced Excel skills.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a similar role, ideally within manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of VAT, tax, and general ledger accounting.
• High attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

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