Assistant Accountant: Reporting & Compliance

Description

• To provide a cost-effective financial accounting service in accordance with Namport policies and procedures which includes accurate financial accounting and reporting; ensuring statutory compliance; producing year-end audit files; taxation and providing financial analysis and advice to inform strategic decision-making
• The position reports directly to the Accountant: Payroll & Reporting

Duties

• Prepare month-end journals, prepayments, provisions and accruals and GL duties
• Partake in the preparation and submission of returns accurately and timeously
• Contribute to the preparation and submission of income tax and deferred taxes
• Partake in the annual audit process coordination
• Comply by monitoring functional risks and ensure timeous reporting, and compliance to promote governance within Namport
• Contribute to the preparation of all relevant reports, and statistics to comply with all company and statutory/ external requirements
• Support the enforcement of controls and administrative safeguards to protect data and records from loss or contamination
• Adhere to and implement the internal control and governance framework
• Propose improved internal control policies and procedures
• Identify and implement system enhancement and improvement projects
• Implement measures to prevent fraud and mitigate financial risk
• Input into the approvals/ authorities in the ERP system

Requisites

• Bachelor's Degree [NQF Level 7] in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, Financial Accounting or Commerce
• An Honours Degree [NQF Level 8] in Accounting, Accounting and Finance, Financial Accounting or Commerce would be an added advantage
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience
• Advanced proficiency with SAP ERP System and Microsoft Package will be an added advantage
• Organized observation ability, coupled with a well-developed ability to analyse and interpret information
• Must be trustworthy with an excellent eye for detail, complemented by good time management ability
• High level of discretion, integrity, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Technical knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and principles
• Advanced written communication skills
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
• Must be analytical and highly attentive to detail

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• Namport is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing world-class port services to all local, regional and international seaborne traders, through excellent customer service, sustainable growth, development and social responsibility
• Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply