7 Accountants jobs in Gauteng

Our automotive component manufacturing clients in JHB and PTA, has vacancies available for suitably qualified and experienced individuals with below experience and skills. JOB REQUIREMENTS The ideal applicant will possess the following: Grade 12 or equivalent academic qualification, Diploma, B. Com Degree, or an equivalent qualification. Pre-requisite is articles served. The candidate should have experience of managing people (±2-3 years), good understating of finance, costing, production and projects management skills. Previous working experience +- 5 years’ in a manufacturing environment preferably in the remanufacturing of automotive components i.e., engines, gearboxes, axles, starters, alternators, brake components, fuel pumps, injectors, retreading of tyres and upholstery work. The candidate must be able to compile financials, budgets, bills of materials (BOM) for automotive products in conjunction with production and stores. This is a financial and cost accounting responsibility at a factory level with executive reporting expertise. The candidate must possess solid presentation skills, as the role involves presenting budgets and financial reports to executives and directors JOB OUTPUTS Manage a group of approximately ±2-3 people. Maintain accurate financial records and prepare accurate financial reports for information sharing, auditing, operational and auditors use. Prepare monthly management reports with statistics for executive presentation. Participate, prepare and make inputs for company forecast & budget preparations. Prepare financial statements to the extent of modelling scenarios for new products Costing in a manufacturing environment to the extent of preparing costing models. Assist with establishment and maintenance of BOMs and production processes. Be able to determine the unit price of a product using either job costing or process costing in the job and remanufacturing environment respectively. Prepare and reconcile cashbook and petty cash monthly. Maintain an asset register. Monitor all WIP jobs. Reconcile accounts, records, and reports and perform journal entries. Prepare financial and/or auditor statements, schedules and reports Interpret and apply acts, codes and regulations (e.g. COID, Tax, and Vat & MIBCO). Review and verify accuracy of data with accurate variance analysis reporting. Maintain accounting records for production, special accounts and special projects. Make sound, independent judgments within established policies and procedures Organize own work, setting priorities and meet critical deadlines Effective communication with co-workers, managers and subordinates sufficient to convey information and to receive work direction. Work closely with both executive, management, stores and production. Assist the senior management in developing and improving profitability at factory level. Participate in the implementation of the Embrace system (costing & financial), ISO 9001:2015 QMS requirements and Time and Attendance system. Attend to audit queries and reports. Perform and co-ordinate interim and annual stock count. Based on production requirements management will move employees to required areas or sections of the business. Perform other Admin related tasks as per operational requirements. WORKING CONDITIONS Normal company working conditions COMPETENCIES KNOWLEDGE Accounting background Knowledge of Accounting Practices Knowledge of IFRS Accounting practices and principles Auditing practices and principles Ability to Analyse data Company policies and procedures Knowledge of the automotive industry Knowledge on the automotive remanufacturing processes. SKILLS Advanced computer skills Analytical ability Supervisory Skills Ability to work under pressure Good communication skills Good planning and organising skills Time management Fault finding skills Excel Word Outlook Embrace SKILLS Have good work ethics Ability to work under pressure Ability to work in a team Ability to handle multi tasks ATTITUDE Good work ethics Results orientation Willingness to work after hours when necessary Quality orientation Maintain confidentiality Safety awareness orientation Attention to detail Self-management Team work orientation Honesty

• Handling general bookkeeping ensuring clients financial records accurate and up to date.
• Rolling up your sleeves to sort out and "clean up" financials that need structure and clarity.
• Analysing financial data to uncover insights supporting team in providing clarity.
• Assisting in the preparation of management reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Getting involved in financial modelling to support planning and business growth.
• Helping implement financial processes and SOPs that set clients up for long-term success.
• Working directly with a dynamic team and learning how financial strategy drives real-world results.
• Were looking for someone whos bright, ambitious, and eager to learn - someone who loves variety and wants to grow their career by working on real-world business challenges every day.

• A BCom degree (Accounting-focused or Business degree with Accounting as a major).
• Strong Excel skills comfortable using it for analysis, reconciliations, reporting, and insights.
• Experience with Xero (or another ERP/accounting system) would be an advantage.
• Exposure to or involvement in preparing management reports and financial analysis.
• A keen learner whos not afraid to jump in, take initiative, and do what it takes to get the job done whether thats solving a financial puzzle or running out to grab coffee for the team!
• Organised, detail-oriented, and resilient, with the ability to juggle multiple projects across different clients.
• A curious thinker who enjoys problem-solving and finding smarter ways to do things.
• A team player with a positive, engaging personality able to communicate clearly and confidently with colleagues and clients.
• A self-starter whos motivated by growth, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is ready to go above and beyond.
• This role is perfect for someone whos ready to learn fast, gain broad experience, and be part of a supportive, high-performing team thats passionate about making a difference for small businesses.

To manage the Financial Accounting Section by ensuring timeous, valid, accurate and complete reporting of financial information in line with the latest International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Accounting Standards (IAS)

Operational / Core

Develop systems, procedures and processes for financial reporting that will ensure valid, accurate and complete financial records.

Ensure that all Month End procedures are communicated and adhered to.

Develop working capital reporting framework that will contribute to positive cash management for SAAT by:

Ensuring that Cash Collections takes place regularly and according to contractual

terms agreed with customers.

Ensuring that Suppliers are paid timeously to avoid interest and penalties, and

avoid interruptions in Operations.

Contribute to the maintenance of the minimum inventory requirement as set by Technical Materials, to avoid or reduce inventory holding costs.

Sourcing funds necessary for working capital requirements at reasonable /

competitive rates.

Maintaining the minimum cash requirements for operations at all times.

Develop skills and expertise in the Financial Accounting section that will contribute to sustainable performance, and in line with the latest Accounting Standards, viz. IFRS and IAS.

Verify and approve payments on both Standard bank and CITI bank.

Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Banking & Final Accounts, Inventory & Audit control, and Incident / Warranties Sections within Finance Department.

Review of monthly General ledger, Vendor Reconciliations and all Statement of Financial Position Reconciliations.

Be accountable for the General Ledger, Trial Balance, Statement of Financial Performance, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Cash Flows and all related notes, by reviewing them.

Oversee the raising and management of accruals to optimize the cost flows within the Business.

Ensure the maintenance of property, plant and equipment (fixed assets) consolidated register.

Oversee the management of Insurance / Warranties related matters.

Attend all Finance related meetings in the Department, including inter-Departmental meetings, and Operations Exco Meetings.

Attend Operations Meetings for financial input, queries, concerns, and resolutions, including Operations Forward Planning sessions.

Run with projects allocated to Financial Accounting Section. (This include preparing a project, plan, execute the plan, and report accordingly).

Prepare and make presentations at Operations Exco, including Main Exco.

Review Revenue Contracts that are presented to the Contracts Committee.

Prepare and Attend Contracts Review Committee meetings.

Develop business processes as required to enable smooth running of Operations. (This may include inter-departmental processes)

Liaison with SAA Group for all financial accounting related matters.

Liaison with Technical Material / Supply Chain Management (SCM) for all supplier related matters.

Work closely with Management Accounting & Reporting, especially at Month end and Year end for reporting.

Prepare Financial Accounting Reports Monthly and Year-end reports

Approve the creation of New suppliers on Suppliers Masterfile Base.

Approve the creation of New customers on Debtors Masterfile Base.

Contribute to the Stock Count Process through collaboration with SCM, especially at Year End.

Ensure preparation and submission of the Annual Financial Statements, especially at Year End, to the CFO, and ultimately to the Board and External Auditors.Coordinate all activities related to internal and external auditors.

Represent the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in meetings where required.

Collaborate with Management Accounting & Reporting for Budgeting and Forecasting

activities.

Contribute to the management of Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) in the

Department.

Manage the Internal and External Auditors activities, especially at year end.

Attend Audit Resolution Committee Meetings, especially with External Auditors at Year

end.

Develop / Complete Performance Management Contracts with reportees, and report

accordingly,

Liaison with internal stakeholders in the resolution of both internal and external audit

findings.

Attend Interdepartmental & Joint (Cross-functional) meetings, e.g. SCM, Operations,

Sales & Marketing.

Ensure compliance with the Companies Act and Public Finance Management Act

(PFMA).

Contribute to the management of the Finance Department office.

Matric qualification

Bachelor degree with Financial Accounting as a major subject - essential

B. Com (Hon) degree - advantageous

Three (3) Year Articles for Chartered Accountants - advantageous

Masters in Business Management / Leadership - advantageous

Financial Accounting and reporting - 5 years (essential)

Management Accounting - 5 years (essential)

General Management - 5 years (essential)

People Management - 5 years (essential)

Cash Management - 3 years (essential)

International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) International Accounting Standards (IAS) - Advanced

Managing Working Capital (Cash Management) - Intermediate to Advance

Public Finance Management Act - Basic

AccountingFinancial Skills - Advance

Accounting - Advance

Auditing - Advance

Corporate Governance - Basic

Business Knowledge - Advance

Analyzing of Information - Advance

Reporting - Advance

Microsoft Office - Basic to Advance

People and General Management - Advance

Negotiation - Basic

Interpersonal and Relationship building - Basic

Strong financial skills

Strong financial accounting skills

Strong interpersonal skills.

Business acumen

Good judgement

Innovative

Creative

Team player

A good knowledge of Business IT Systems (SAP and AMOS), including Microsoft Package, viz. Excel, Word and Power Point

Must be able to work under pressure.

A firm background of Financial Accounting.

Sound knowledge of internal controls.

Training Needs - provided for by business

Managing people - Ongoing

Business I.T. systems (SAP and AMOS) - Ongoing

Reporting - Ongoing

The Manager Financial Accounting role is responsible for compiling and distributing the Final Income Statement, high level narratives for the month & Balance Sheet for the Group, balancing of final Group Trial Balance in SAP with Final Income Statement and Balance Sheet, Manage and set month end closing deadlines for all SAP users (Group), as well as manage the opening and closing of accounting periods in SAP (Group).

The role will run the foreign currency revaluation program in SAP and reconcile to detail, ad hoc tasks and sound liaison with other finance departments. In addition, the role is responsible for the preparation of the annual financial statements as well as relevant interaction with both internal and external auditors.

The incumbent will be responsible for creating new, changing, blocking and unblocking GL accounts in SAP (Group), Maintain Trial Balance in SAP (Group). The role will ensure that reconciliations are done, reviewed and signed off, ensure that all Inter-Company consolidations are done, reviewed and signed off, as well as to ensure that all month end closing exchange rates are loaded in SAP.

Furthermore, the role is also responsible for converting and uploading of non-SAP subsidiaries Trial Balances in SAP, supervising of subordinates and co-ordinate leave, coordinate the period 13-year end journal process and provide updated Trial Balances etc. to auditors and internal customers.

SAIPA KLEK - PRETORIA - Moot

• Afrikaans eerste taal
• Engels tweede taal
• Manlik Verkieslik
• Gegradueerd in rekeningkunde of finansiële rekeningkunde
• Moet nou wil begin met SAIPA klerkskap (geen SAICA klerkskap)
• Eie Vervoer