Financial Accountant (6 Months Contract) - - Johannesburg

Key Performance Areas:

Co-ordinate all aspects of the companys financial reporting process according to the approved policies and accounting standards.
Produce accounting reports as agreed.
Perform budget analysis monthly, and review of expenditure allocations to correct business units.
Ensure that monthly accounts reconciliations between the general ledger and sub-ledger or sub systems are prepared and approved.
Performs monthly general ledger review and reallocations.
Submit the monthly reconciliation file for approval monthly.
Management of the procure to pay process.
Preparation of annual financial statements and supporting documents in this regard.
Always manage the integrity of the accounting data.
Follow up on differences identified.
Obtain invoices in respect of fruitless and wasteful expenditure, prepare report with details and submit to Manager for submission to Executive Committee.
Prepare report on invoices not paid within 30 days in respect of PFMA compliance.
Interprets the requirements of the PFMA and provides advice on existing financial policies.
Attend to queries and requests from internal and external auditors and provision of information as requested.
Manage banking arrangements daily.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Bachelors degree plus a Post Graduate or equivalent qualification in commerce.
Completion of articles.at
General accounting experience of at least 2 3 years and articles
Microsoft Office Suite at an advanced level with good knowledge of Excel.

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