Job Description

Management Accountant - Cape Townply by: 18 October 2023Position SummaryIndustry: Wholesale & Retail TradeJob category: Other Accounting, AuditingLocation: Cape TownContract: PermanentEE position: YesBrand: Clicks Group ServicesIntroductionWe are looking to recruit a Management Accountant to work within the Group Accounts Payable department of The Clicks Group. The role will be based at Clicks Head Office in Cape Town and will report to the Accounts Payable Manager.Job description Job Purpose:To ensure accurate payments are processed to suppliers in accordance with agreed contractual terms; and provide accurate, timeous and relevant financial information to facilitate decision-making. Job Objectives:Manage the reporting and payment processes.Support the Accounts Payable Manager in overseeing the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounts payable function.To ensure that financial transactions are processed accurately and on time.To lead the month end closing and internal and external auditing processes.To enforce standards of compliance for accounts payable processes.To investigate and resolve accounts payable issues as required.To ensure general ledger and vendor accounts are reconciled and reconciling differences are resolved within the required timelines, thereby minimising the exposure to the Group.To ensure all documentation processed complies with the relevant VAT legislation.To accurately plan and forecast supplier payments on a monthly and annual basis to facilitate forecasting of cash resources required.To create and maintain accounts payable processes and procedures.To build strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues.To provide coaching and mentoring to staff and ensure that they are adequately trained to perform their functions within the Accounts Payable Department.Maintenance of terms and conditions of internal and external service level agreements to ensure that these are met consistently. Minimum requirements Qualifications and Experience:B.Com Accounting Degree with Major Subjects Accounting 3 (essential).B.Com Honours in Related Subjects (desirable).1 to 3 Years Accountant with Accounts Payable Management experience (essential).General retail experience (essential).Skills, Abilities and Job Related Knowledge:Exposure to retail operations and stock receipting processes.Knowledge of Group Accounting Methodology.Knowledge of Accounts Payable Accounting.Knowledge of Staff Development Principles.Knowledge of Performance Management Principles.Communication and report writing skills.Problem solving skills.Management skills.Analysing and diagnosing skills.Negotiation and interpersonal skills.Computer literacy.Essential Competencies:Deciding and Initiating Action.Leading and Supervising.Adhering to Principles and Values.Analysing.Planning and Organising.Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.Following Instructions and Procedures.Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking.

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