Key Duties & Responsibilities:
This entails daily and monthly reconciliations of the Card account and resolving any issues relating to this account as well as reporting on trends, ensuring that all financial and store adjustments are captured on time and that Company policies and controls relating to Cards are adhered to. This role is also responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of the Branch Accounting Card team and all other functions and duties related to an Assistant Accountant position.

Skills, Experience & Education:
A BComm Degree (preferably) or alternatively, a completed National Diploma majoring in Accounting

Two years experience in an assistant accountant or similiar financial accounting position. This experience should include the reconciliations of Daily and Monthly store transactions, exposure to credit control and leading a team.

Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written communication) at all levels.

Computer literacy to an advanced stage

Exposure in the retail industry and financial systems will also be a definite advantage.

Other:
The successful candidate will need:

excellent numeracy skills, financial acumen and the ability to apply financial principles to solve issues effectively

high levels of drive and initiative and the ability to work to deadlines and deal effectively with numerous issues and priorities

to be accurate and thorough with excellent attention to detail

good time management skills and the ability to cope with pressure

to be responsible and reliable, with the determination to follow up and resolve all outstanding issues

the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels

to possess a value system that embraces the values, vision and strategy


Equity Statement:
In terms of the company's policy for appointments and promotions, preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team and contribute to employment equity within the Company provided that the competencies and minimum requirements for the position have been met.

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