General Ledger Controller

6 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Kontak Recruitment Full time
General Ledger Controller (JB5018)

Modderfontein, Gauteng

R35 000 to R40 000 a month CTC

Permanent

A vibrant and fast-paced leader in the travel retail industry is on the hunt for a General Ledger Controller to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to take charge of financial operations, ensuring impeccable compliance with accounting standards and delivering precise, timely financial reports. In this pivotal role, you'll not only uphold robust internal controls but also play a key part in driving the company's strategic objectives through insightful financial analysis and reporting

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 with Mathematics and Accounting (Higher Grade)

NQF5 or higher Accounting Qualification (or working toward such)

Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in a similar role, preferably with international exposure

Expertise in financial accounting practices and bookkeeping principles

Strong knowledge of tax regulations (VAT, Customs Duties, Income Tax, Withholding Taxes)

Proficiency in financial software and tools (Excel, Accpac, and other accounting systems)

Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail

Self-motivated, proactive, and delivery-focused

Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently

Ethical, honest, and adaptable to dynamic work environments

Duties and Responsibilities:

Administration:

Oversee rental agreements, operating expenses, and company commitments

Execute accurate day-end and day-opening procedures in financial systems

Monitor, analyze, and report cost variances, ensuring effective cost management

Financial Controls:

Maintain and enhance accounting systems and internal controls

Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations and review inventory costing

Develop and implement controls responsive to changing business environments

Financial Processing:

Review and ensure accuracy of transactions and financial data

Manage account codes, cost centres, and fixed asset registers

Prepare and submit tax and royalty computations, ensuring compliance

General Ledger Management:

Perform monthly journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

Conduct forex revaluations and resolve un-reconciled items promptly

Ensure all balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled with supporting documentation

Compliance and Audit:

Ensure compliance with IFRS, local GAAP, and tax legislation

Prepare statutory financial statements and audit documentation

Support the external audit process and implement recommendations

Reporting:

Compile financial reports, including variance analyses and KPI tracking

Provide cashflow forecasts, royalty, and commission reports

Support annual budgeting and financial forecasting processes

Support:

Assist team members and provide financial insights to internal stakeholders

Contribute to the development of financial policies and procedures

Handle ad hoc financial and administrative tasks as required

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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