Accountant - Cape Town

My client is looking for an accountant to join their insurance finance department. As a successful accountant, you will be responsible for the full accounting function of various companies in this division. You will be involved in the compilation of management accounts as well as annual financial statements. You will also be involved in other monthly accounting work and Insurance Accounting work Duties & Responsibilities: Preparation of annual financial statements and assistance with Independent Reviews Preparation and analysis of monthly management accounts Reporting on variances and implementing cost-saving initiatives Monthly reconciliation and submission of VAT returns Submission of EMP201 returns Preparation of annual budgets Cash flow management, including reviewing and authorizing daily payments for the group Ensuring accurate processing on Pastel Reconciliation of customer, supplier, and other ledger accounts Correspondence and reporting of monthly management accounts to relevant directors Registration of companies for various taxes, where applicable Ensuring that CIPC submissions are up to date Keeping accurate records of petty cash Opening new bank accounts when needed Attending daily premium transactions on Tial, including unpaid, force debits, refunds, and allocation of cash payments Performing month-end runs and submitting debit orders to the bank for collection Preparing other insurance-related reports, such as claims reconciliations Calculating and paying monthly commissions Calculating, reconciling, and paying over premiums to the insurer Calculating and reconciling binder fees receivable Reconciling fees payable related to outsource agreements Handling ad hoc requests from managers Relevant finance degree 5 Years experience in a similar position SAICA/SAIPA articles and membership will be beneficial Comprehensive knowledge of and experience in all aspects of financial reporting Sound understanding of tax and management accounts Proven, effective leadership skills and experience Strong analytical skills, with high attention to detail, and ability to work accurately and deliver quality and timely outputs Self-starter and ability to work unsupervised Strong sense of responsibility and timely adherence to deadlines under pressure Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel Effective communication skills *This position will be remote for 2-3 months until offices are established in either one of the following areas: Durbanville, Tygervalley, Contermanskloof

Location: Cape Town Region, ZA

Posted Date: 5/16/2025