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.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 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.