Sagen Advisory Specialized Financial Recruitment Company is currently seeking an adept Accountant for a well-known wine estate group. This position plays a vital role in delivering accounting assistance to the Group Accountant within the esteemed wine estate conglomerate.
This Job Opportunity is great for a person who:
- Possess a B Com (Financial Management) or equivalent commerce degree.
- Hold 1-2 years of experience in a commercial role.
- Is well groomed, sophisticated, professional, articulate, and able to take accountability for their work.
- Can take guidance and work well with other people.
- Is independent in taking initiative and can take accountability for their work.
- Thrives in a professional environment.
- Is a wine and food enthusiast.
This role is designed to provide essential accounting support to the Group Accountant at the renowned wine estate group.
Reporting Line: The selected candidate will report directly to the Group Accountant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage intercompany invoicing among various Group entities.
- Process invoices from P2P, Woolworths, international agents, and suppliers, while performing set-off journal entries against corresponding Debtors. Responsible for reconciliations of associated Customer/Supplier Ledgers.
- Handle invoicing for Capital sales, bulk wine, and grape sales.
- Execute general journal entries in Pastel Evolution for the entire group.
- Perform weekly bank transaction processing and monthly bank account reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly Sales Reports for the Group.
- Complete Reserve Bank quarterly reports and annual reports for Stats SA.
- Generate Pastel Evolution Reports for other departments upon request.
- Responsible for reconciling fixed asset registers across the Group and executing depreciation/amortization journal entries.
- Assist in preparing the documentation required by auditors for the annual audits of the Group.
- Contribute to balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage all foreign supplier invoices, including payments and set-offs.
- Provide support to the Group Accountant and Financial Manager for various ad-hoc financial tasks.
Competencies:
Planning & Organising:
- Demonstrates diligence in follow-ups and ensures timely completion of tasks.
- Structures work logically and efficiently, executing with precision.
Teamwork:
- Takes ownership of issues and sees them through to resolution.
- Considers the broader implications of decisions made.
- Acts as a supportive team player, contributing to the achievement of team objectives.
Accuracy, Quality & Productivity:
- Delivers accurate and error-free outputs.
- Adheres to deadlines consistently.
Problem-Solving / Decision-Making :
- Takes ownership of issues and follows through to the point of resolution.
Technical Knowledge:
- Keeps abreast of current technical knowledge relevant to the role.
Remuneration:
- R 22 000 - R32 000 pm depending on experience.
