Financial Accountant Role at Humankind Group, Centurion
Humankind Group · Centurion, Gauteng
Overview
Humankind Group is looking for a skilled Financial Accountant with a professional accounting designation to join their client's team in Centurion. This permanent full time role involves managing financial records, preparing statements and ensuring compliance. If you have SAIPA articles and 3 to 5 years experience, preferably in investment management, this could be a great next step for your finance career.
About the role
As a Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will work closely with the finance team to support budgeting, forecasting and audits.
Key duties include:
- Preparing and analysing financial statements in line with accounting standards.
- Maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts.
- Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Managing accounts payable and receivable.
- Ensuring tax compliance and preparing tax returns.
- Supporting internal and external audits.
- Performing bank reconciliations for local and offshore accounts.
- Preparing VAT reconciliations and SARB submissions.
To apply, please send your CV to andrea@humankindgroup.co.za. If you do not hear back within two weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.
Requirements
- SAIPA articles completed.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years relevant experience, preferably in Investment Management or a similar financial sector.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting and tax compliance.
- Experience with JDE and advanced Excel skills is advantageous.
- Exceptional financial acumen and analytical capabilities.
- High accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyse financial statements in compliance with accounting standards.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring timely and accurate transaction recording.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing and vendor payments.
- Ensure full compliance with tax regulations, prepare and submit tax returns.
- Support internal and external audit processes by providing documentation and responses.
- Conduct financial analysis to provide actionable insights for business decisions.
- Develop and update accounting policies and procedures.
- Utilize financial software systems efficiently, maintaining data accuracy.
- Process month end entries through to Trial Balance.
- Oversee monthly payments to Fund Managers and creditors.
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations for local and offshore accounts.
- Prepare VAT reconciliations and SARB submissions.
- Prepare tax journals and calculations.
- Facilitate a smooth annual audit process through thorough preparation and support.
Job details
- Organisation
- Humankind Group
- Location
- Centurion, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Application Email
- andrea@humankindgroup.co.za
- Application Method
- Apply via email
Success Guide
When applying for this Financial Accountant role at Humankind Group, make sure your CV clearly shows your SAIPA articles and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Highlight any exposure to investment management or financial services, as that is preferred. If you have worked with JDE or advanced Excel, mention it. The application is via email, so send a concise cover note along with your CV to andrea@humankindgroup.co.za. Given the technical nature of the role, be ready to discuss your experience with financial statements, reconciliations and tax compliance in an interview. Good luck!
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