Job Description :A trendy and upmarket independent retail business is hiring a qualified Retail Accountant to join their finance team. You'll report to the Group Financial Manager and be responsible for the full retail accounting function of the business. You'll have excellent knowledge of accounting practices and be able to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision. This is a six month contract to start, with a view to become a permanent role later on.Responsibilities:
Preparation, processing and reconciling, of creditors/debtors/bank/sales
Accurate accounts to Trial Balance
Payroll administration, shift calculations
Preparation and maintenance of fixed asset register and depreciation calculation
Following up with debtors for payment
Invoicing/ payments: supplier and customer invoices and payments - processing and recons
VAT/ PAYE processing/ reconciliations and submissions,
Reconciliation of credit cards and cash received to daily cash ups
Processing of GRV onto the stock system
Inventory control and reporting on stock
Preparing and managing cash flow projections
Handle all accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
Reconcile accounts promptly and efficiently
Enter all financial transaction data into the database daily
Requirements
Completed Accounting or Financial qualification
5+ years' accounting and financial administration experience
Proficient in Pastel Accounting software
Excellent skills in MS Excel
Knowledge of POS (Point-of-Sale Systems) is helpful
Understanding of low value/high volume transactions
Willingness and ability to work on site, in Parktown North/Rosebank and sometimes in Hyde Park
Preference for candidates who are available immediately
To be successful in this role, you'll have a proactive and hands-on approach to work and be able to tackle deliverables independently, with confidence and diligence.Benefits
Initial six month fixed-term contract with a view to convert to a permanent role
