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Senior Accountant

Employer
Blue Recruiting
Location
Birnam Park Johannesburg, 2090 North Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Feb 3, 2025
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Job Role
Accountant
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Introduction
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the pharmaceutical industry? We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team, where innovation meets purpose. If this sounds like your ideal opportunity, kindly apply!
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare accurate monthly management accounts (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements). Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights.
  • Month-end & Year-end Close: Oversee closing processes, ensure accurate records, support audits, and assist in budget preparation.
  • Payment Processing: Handle payment batches and schedules, ensuring accurate and timely disbursements. Address payment-related issues and inquiries.
  • General Ledger Management: Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • Financial Controls & Compliance: Implement and enforce internal controls, support audit preparations, and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Stock Receipts & Reconciliation: Manage stock receipt processes, reconcile transactions, and resolve supplier-related discrepancies.
  • Inventory Valuation: Collaborate with procurement teams to implement and maintain stock valuation practices like FIFO or LIFO.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Contribute to budget development and forecasting by providing valuable financial insights.
  • Collaboration: Partner with various departments to enhance financial processes and ensure transaction accuracy.
  • Working Conditions: Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

This role demands attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and strong cross-functional collaboration to drive financial excellence and operational efficiency.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Non-negotiable
  • CA - 1-3 years post articles experience
  • CIMA - 2-3 Years experience
  • BCOM Hons (Accounting)
  • 3-5 years' experience

Skills/Physical Competencies
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)
  • Advanced Excel
  • Good knowledge of Pastel/similar accounting system

Behavioural Qualities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Deadline driven
  • Time Management skills
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Planning skills
  • Use Initiative
Package & Remuneration
Market-related

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