Accounting Associate

Boldr

  • Cape Town, Western Cape
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Job Description:A LITTLE BIT ABOUT Boldr
  • Boldr is the first global B-Corp dedicated to delivering world-class Client experiences while creating access to dignified, meaningful work in communities around the world.
  • We are a global team, united by our desire to connect diverse people with common values for boldr impact.
  • We employ just over a thousand team members across five countries and we want to employ over 5,000 people by 2027, if not sooner.
LET'S START WITH OUR VALUES
  • Meaningful connections start with AUTHENTICITY
  • We do our best work by being CURIOUS
  • We grow by remaining DYNAMIC
  • Our success combines AMBITIOUS VISION with OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
  • At the heart of great partnerships we'll always find EMPATHY
WHAT IS YOUR ROLEAs an Accounting Associate, your responsibilities and duties include overseeing bookkeeping and accounting work associated with the company books. You will perform general bookkeeping duties, such as updating posts in the accounting software, reconciling accounts regularly, recording all cash receipts, and distributing customer invoices to ensure that receivables are collected and payables are paid promptly. You will function as part of the company's finance team. Your main priority is to maintain an organized and streamlined accounting system. You are also expected to provide additional support to management during audits or other busy times.WHY DO WE WANT YOUWe are currently looking for impact-driven individuals who are passionate in helping Boldr grow and achieve our Purpose. We expect our Team to become our ultimate partners to success by always giving their 110% in everything, sharing their talents and quirks, and championing our core values: Curious, Dynamic and Authentic.WHAT WILL YOU DOAccounts payable/Reimbursements
  • Ensure effective and efficient support to operations by facilitating queries in our help desk system
  • Arrange payments to vendors and employees
  • Prepare, maintain, and organize check and petty cash vouchers
  • Send proof of payment to vendors
  • Interact with vendors to resolve outstanding issues
  • Recording and tracking payments in databases and accounting software
  • Perform account reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner
  • Reconcile A/P to the G/L
  • Perform weekly and monthly accounts payable report
Accounting
  • Maintaining bookkeeping databases and spreadsheets, updating information as needed
  • Analyze financial data and ensure compliance
  • Continuous evaluation of current policies and recommendations for process improvements
  • Provide support for internal and external audits
  • Investigating and resolving any irregularities or inquiries
  • Assisting in general financial management and analysis
  • Filing and payment of monthly tax returns
  • Auditing of liquidation reports from various parties
  • Organize and safekeeping all financial documents
  • Execute a variety of financial procedures, including
  • Month-end and year-end closings (Annualization)
  • Cash flow reports
  • Monthly financial and management reports
  • Tax returns
  • General ledger entries
  • Petty cash handling
  • Bank reconciliations
In addition, other clerical and administrative duties as required are to be expected.Requirements:WHAT WE'LL LIKE ABOUT YOUYOU ARE…
  • Curious and authentic, just like us! #beboldr
  • An analytical and critical thinker, with an eye for even the most minute of details
  • Passionate about client satisfaction
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • Strongly interested in learning new ideas, processes, and unique requirements. On top of that, you're willing to share your skills and talents with the team
  • Able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Highly self-motivated
  • Able to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
  • Honest and Trustworthy
  • Able to adapt to change and learn quickly
YOU HAVE…
  • At a minimum, an associate's degree in Accounting or a related field
  • Open for fresh graduates
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to maintain professionalism under pressure
  • Proficiency in Excel
  • Strong attention to detail with a dedication to accuracy
  • Knowledge of GAAP and basic accounting principles
  • Good project management and organizational skills
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills and proficiency with financial management software such as Xero or Quickbooks
  • Amenable to work on UK business hours

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