We are looking for an ambitious Junior Accountant to provide support to Organico by managing daily accounting tasks. The candidate will apply and will need a firm grasp of primary and intermediate accounting principles and work to maintain order and transparency for finances. The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition. This way it can make the right decisions and accomplish long term success.

You will be responsible for updating financial statements and sustaining accounts. They also administer monthly payroll and prepare reports that show the company's income statement. Such statements include operational cost breakdowns like salaries and benefits expenses.

• Be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.
• Analyze data from the previous month's transactions to prepare for future ones. Preparing financial statements and reporting are a large part of the day-to-day work.
• Ensure available financial reports are accurate and timely available
• Junior Accountants will work with the company accountant
• Be detail-oriented and able to follow company policy.
• Meet deadlines regardless of the pressure they may be under
• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
• Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations
• Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
• Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
• Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
• Assist with other accounting projects
• Assist in completing general tasks

Desired Skills:

• Analytical Mind
• Accounting Skills
• Financial Reporting
• Problem Solving
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deadline driven

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years Financial / Project Accounting

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

About The Employer:

Amka Products (PTY) Ltd is an FMCG Business founded in Pretoria in the 1950's. From the outset Amka has focused on the unique needs and opportunities inherent in Africa's emerging markets.

In a recent ranking of South Africa's top 500 companies, the Topco Media Research Foundation recognised Amka as the Best Managed Company in the Personal Products sector successful in developing and executing plans and strategies that drive business growth while maintaining strong business focus

The company specializes in the research development, manufacturing and marketing of products that meet consumer needs in Hair Care, Skin Care, Fragrance and Home care markets in over sixty countries around the world
Amka operates from various facilities in Sunderland Ridge, Pretoria.

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Medical Aid
• Pension Fund
• Performance Bonus