Management Accountant

• Financial Accuracy: Maintain up-to-date financial records with minimal errors.

• Timely Reporting: Ensure the timely preparation and delivery of financial reports to clients.

• Process Efficiency: Implement financial process improvements to enhance accuracy and timeliness.

• Client Satisfaction: Provide proactive financial insights and high-level customer service.

• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to financial regulations and tax compliance.

• Maintain accurate accounting records and reconciliations across multiple clients.

• Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flows, and VAT returns.

• Support year-end financial statement preparation.

• Deliver clear and timely financial reports to clients.

• Be a go-to point for answering client finance queries.

• Support clients in manufacturing sectors, especially with inventory, costing, and reporting.

• Assist with setting up and optimising various apps that integrates with Xero.

• Use add-ons (Reach Reporting, Dext, ApprovalMax, etc.) to improve efficiency and reporting.

• Be open to exploring AI and ChatGPT tools to automate routine work and add value.

• Ensure SARS submissions (VAT, PAYE, EMP501) are accurate and on time.

• Maintain proper records for audit readiness.

• Identify process improvements to save time and reduce errors.

• Work closely with other team members and share knowledge on Xero and app integrations.

• Provide input on projects and support juniors when needed.

• Degree/diploma in Accounting or Finance; OR 5+ years’ experience in management accounting role.

• Strong working knowledge of Xero.

• Exposure to manufacturing clients and inventory management is an advantage.

• Experience with Cin7 Core or similar systems will be a benefit (training will be provided).

• Good understanding of VAT, reconciliations, and payroll basics.

• Interested in new technology, automation, and AI.

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