Financial Accountant

DescriptionZutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.What kind of talent do we pursue?We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.You will be responsible for the financial accounting function transactions processing of the allocated countries in the portfolio in accordance with IFRS, IAS, and relevant GAAP for the respective countries. General Ledger reconciliations form multiple companies and currencies. Tax, VAT, Reverse VAT, Withholding Tax calculations, submissions and reconciliations. Filing payroll and benefits (National Health Insurance, Pension Fund contributions, UIF etc.) and ensuring reconciliation and compliance. Vendor payments, cash flow forecasting, journals and journal adjustments, provisions and accruals, and other ad hoc duties in support of the Finance Team.Role Responsibilities: Tax submissions & Reconciliations (VAT, WHT, Payroll Taxes)VAT / Reverse VAT – Calculate and reconcile VAT and submit for approval by Tax ManagerWHT – Calculate and Reconcile WHT where applicable and submit for approvalPAYE – Submit and reconcile PAYE filings with respective Revenue AuthoritiesGL Accounts ReconciliationsReconcile General Ledger Accounts (Income statement and Balance Sheet)Properly document reconciling items with source documentsClear reconciling items (current and legacy)Financial AccountingAccurately account for bank transactions in accounting systemPerform bank reconciliations on a weekly basis for all bank accounts in the portfolioCapture petty cash expenses and reconcile monthlyOverhead AP Invoice Coding to GL account, project, phase and taskAllocation of project and overhead costs in line with accounting policiesProperly account for accruals and prepaid expensesProcess General Ledger journal entriesMonth end transaction processing and month-end close proceduresIntercompany invoicing processing, reconciliation and checkingYear-end transaction processing and financial year-end proceduresAssist external auditors with supporting documents and audit queriesCashflow forecastingCollection and compiling of information from Country Manager and accounting records to accurately forecast cash flow requirements Employees/Payroll supportEnsure monthly payments and recon lists are done and submitted to service providers for Medical Aid funds, Provident Fund etc.Minimum RequirementsMatricB.Com Accounting Degree5 years work experienceSkills And Characteristics Software SkillsAccounting software packages for SMME or large entitiesExcel: Strong knowledge of Excel and Excel functions and formulas including V/H/Xlookup, IF functions, Pivots, Index, Match, Search, Left/Right/Mid, Tables.Macros/VBA/Table Queries/Power Query advantageous. Data extraction and summarisation techniquesMS Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, etc.) AdvancedDeltek Vantagepoint ERP / Project Management ERP systems (Highly Advantageous) Personal SkillsAcademic Accounting Qualification NQF 6 or equivalent or relevant work experienceKnowledge of proper document retention and filing of documents for audit purposesInterpersonal and communication skills with management and colleaguesAbility to assist and trin othersProblem-solving skills – self motivation and creativityAbility to understand complex accounting and financial issuesKnowledge of local regulations and laws applicable to finance and taxesAccuracy and attention to detailAbility to own a problem and take active steps to resolve itAdapt very well to changes & environment Good planning & organizational skills Deadline driven & ability to work under pressureWe believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups in South Africa.