Job Description

A global leader in the Energy sector requires the skill of a dynamic individual to join them and thrive within this Financial Accountant role. You will .

You will meet the following minimum requirements

• Possess a degree in accounting or finance.
• Professional qualification preferred (Chartered Accountant / ACCA / AG(SA) )

• Good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• If not qualified, then at least 5+ years' experience as an accountant within the energy / petrochemical / mining space
• Strong technical knowledge and experience in Audit and Accounts preparation is advantageous
• Accuracy and attention to detail non-negotiable
• Knowledge or experience in Oracle Fusion or similar ERP systems preferable
• A deep technical and on the job experience of optimising IRR is a strong advantage
• Solid MS Excel skills

Your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Preparation of monthly financial reports covering balance sheet, profit and loss, internal management reports and cashflow statements
• Managing the general ledger including overseeing the monthly balance sheet, banking and inter-company reconciliations
• Managing foreign currency payments
• Executing payments and performing monthly bank reconciliation
• Preparation of indirect and Corporate Income Tax returns
• Assisting in the preparation of year end statutory accounts
• Assisting with the budgeting and forecasting
• Ensuring Accounting standards and policies are adhered to
• Reporting consolidated results at a group level
• Where required, M&A support regarding investment reporting and due diligence

• Location: Successful incumbent will primarily be based in Johannesburg
• Duration: Permanent

To apply or for more elaborate details send us a detailed CV (in MS Word format) via email to info@sapientis.co.za (SFA_NR_GP)

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