Senior Accountant
Listing reference: track_000964
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 31 March 2023
Position summary
Industry: IT & Internet
Job category: Financial Accounting
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
TRACKER requires the services of a Senior Accountant in the Finance Department at our Johannesburg Head Office. Tracker requires a self-starter who can work under pressure. We require a diligent and hard-working individual, who can be part of a highly motivated team. Should you be interested in this challenge and meet the job requirements, please forward your application before the closing date.
Job description
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
· Detailed understanding of IFRS and IAS standards, including but not limited to: IFRS 15, 16, 9.
· Performing detailed research on technical accounting matters and providing a detailed writeup thereof.
· Treasury and Cash management.
· Management of Forex Transactions and accounting thereof.
· Full function General Ledger integrity management including journals.
· Management of month end close, interfaces and other tasks.
· General Ledger reconciliations, including Bank reconciliations.
· Petty cash and Credit Card management (Head Office and Regions).
· Management of Fixed Asset Register in compliance with IFRS and Income Tax Act.
· Management of FACS cashbook and Hyphen relationship.
· Full management of communication files between FACS cashbook and Willow.
· Assisting with the annual and 3-year forecast.
· Preparing and reviewing annual financial statements.
· Assisting with audit requests.
· Managing the tax packs and the full taxation function.
· Reporting on Income Statement reviews, critical analyses with explanations of variances.
· Assisting the General Ledger manager with various ad hoc projects.
· Responsible for maintaining availability, security, and data integrity of applications.
Minimum requirements
· Relevant Honours degree, with specialization in accounting and taxation.
· SAICA Articles or similar required.
· Minimum of 3 years’ post Articles experience.
· Compliance with company policies and procedures.
· Ability to implement new or make amendments to policies and procedures.
· In-depth knowledge of financial principles and processes (IFRS, Tax Regulations and other applicable legislation).
· Detail oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
· Impeccable interpersonal, leadership and people skills
· Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel – not negotiable and will be tested.
· Ability to work under pressure.
· Ability to identify problems and correct them.
· Sense of responsibility.
· Precision, accuracy, and attention to detail.
· Deadline driven.
· Self-starter and quick learner.
Special Requirements
Willing to work extended hours if required.