Financial Accountant performing monthly reconciliations and financial reports for Schaeffler. Handling various financial tasks and supporting audits while managing SAP responsibilities.
Responsibilities
Various financial tasks for the finance and broader Schaeffler management team
Monthly reconciliation of General Ledger Balance Sheet Accounts
Completion of various Monthly Financial reports
Processing required entries in TB to prepare accurate and complete month end, and quarterly management account transmissions to head office, as well as for local accounts (multiple ledgers)
Interface the salaries and wages entries from external payroll system into SAP
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register
Work with FSSC to resolve any GRIR and vendor related issues
Maintain the Schaeffler leased asset tool and post the required entries to comply with IFRS relating to leased assets
Ensure correct allocation of costs in line with cost centre and functional area structures within Schaeffler
Complete and submit tax returns and provisional tax payments, as well as general correspondence with SARS
Support Internal and External Audits - implement improvements based on audit findings
Complete Month End Tasks as per Task List
Assist in budget preparation and forecast monitoring, providing insights into cost control
Preparation of year end packs and reports
Conducting ad hoc blocks of work for the Finance team as required
Develop over time into the SAP Power User for the Finance module
Requirements
Certified Accountant Qualification
3–5 years of experience in an audit-related environment, such as a training office, in-service training setting, a registered audit firm, or a corporate audit department.
Knowledge and understanding of GAAP as interpreted by IFRS
Understanding of SAP ERP Finance systems
Knowledge of South African Tax Laws (VAT, Income Tax, PAYE, CGT)
Full Computer Literacy, and experience in mastering IT systems to interrogate financial data
Experience in using ERP Accounting systems
Ability and eagerness to learn new things
Ability to work well with complex problems
Ability to work under time pressure to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.
Benefits
Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities
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