Posted on :
31 Aug, 2021
31 Aug, 2021
At Blue Label Distribution, our brand philosophy is that we can create and distribute anything that is able to be digitized. Our Blu-approved brand is the face of our service offering and is underpinned by a world-class technology platform for both online and offline commerce. With a point of sale network of approximately 150 000 devices, we provide a distribution footprint across all income groups. 85% of our income comes from merchants in the informal sector
Job Title: Senior Financial Accountant
Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
Reference #: B095
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
Job Summary:
Supports financial decision-making information by collecting, processing, analyzing, investigating, and reporting financial data. Responsible for various accounting processed within Blue Label SA Distribution including accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, cash management, stock management and reporting etc. processes and tasks as and when required
Requirements:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Preparation of journals and financial statements
Preparation of final group management accounts (debtors, creditors, inter-companies, loans, cash books, treasury share scheme, taxation)
Finalization of management accounts for Group
Processing of month end journals through perform month end closing activities such as account reconciliation, revenue accounting, expense accounting, etc.
Full general ledger reconciliations
Preparation and processing of monthly VAT Recon
Prepare and maintain the Fixed Asset register and reconciliations
Calculate and accounting for depreciation, assets disposal, asset purchases
Verify and report on assets when required
Processing of rental recoveries and rental expenses
Maintenance of accurate financial records:
Ensure financial records comply with company policies and accounting principles
Maintain accurate accounting records
Prepare and submit financial reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Review all financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Determine accounting errors or discrepancies and suggest necessary corrective action
Manage proper filing and document archiving
Maintain the Fixed asset register when required
Calculated and accounting for depreciation, assets disposal, asset purchases
Cash Management:
Review and post cashbook transactions
Review and post credit card account transactions
Review, update and process petty cash transactions and reconciliations
Perform cash forecast when required
Annual Budget and Audit Preparation:
Support preparation of annual budget forecast and projections.
Assist in preparing necessary documentation for annual financial audits.
Liaise with auditors and assist in the audit process
Resolving of queries
Maintaining all internal audit requirements in full compliance of the BLT internal audit requirements
Compile statutory reports / return as and when required
Assist with the finalization of income statements and balance sheets on a monthly basis and for year-end audits
Work collaboratively:
Build a culture of respect and understanding across the organisation
Recognise outcomes which resulted from effective collaboration between teams
Build co-operation and overcome barriers to information sharing, communication and collaboration across the organisation
Facilitate opportunities to engage and collaborate with external stakeholders to develop joint solutions
Self-Management:
Follow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained
Demonstrate consistent application of internal procedures
Plan and prioritise, demonstrating abilities to manage competing demands
Demonstrate abilities to anticipate and manage change
Demonstrate flexibility in balancing achievement of own objectives with abilities to understand and respond to organizational needs
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
Financial Acumen
Business Insight
Ensures Accountability
Optimizes Work Processes
Instills Trust
Organizational Savvy
EDUCATION:
Matric
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting with articles
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 4 years’ experience in a Senior Financial Accountant or similar position
To Apply:
Application Deadline: 14/09/2021
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