Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant
My Client, a leader in aircraft finance & leasing industry, is looking for a strong, vivacious, and robust individual in the role of Accountant for multiple entities. Minimum BCom degree. Must have solid 5+ years’ experience in an accounting role. Will report to the CFO. Must be willing to work in a fast and demanding work environment. Must be willing to go the extra mile in getting the job done. Must be success driven and career orientated.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Processing of accounting transactions (journals, invoices, bills etc.)
• Preparation of monthly management reports for stakeholders.
• Presentation of management accounts and related reports to the stakeholders.
• Balance sheet recons.
• Income and Expenditure analysis.
• VAT submissions (EMP201, s, reading of VATSA’s etc.)
• Dealing with SARS related queries.
• Creditors reconciliations.
• Maintaining GL accounts i.e., correct descriptions and wording etc.
• Maintaining Fixed Asset Registers (additions, disposals, wear and tear registers)
• Banking- Generating payment instructions for payments to be made.
• Raising invoices for intercompany transactions.
• Preparation of monthly aircraft utilization schedules.
• Preparation and calculations of Income taxes for responsible companies.

KEY STRENGTHS / ABILITIES
• Able to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
• Must be energetic, active and a go-getter.
• Adaptive and creative to meet deadlines.
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Exceptional communication skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• BCom Degree.
• CIMA / SAIPA Advantageous.
• 4 – 6 years’ experience.
• E-filing experience.