Assistent Rekenmeester

Carlysle•Ceres, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A well-established agricultural organization in the Ceres area is looking for a driven Assistant Accountant to strengthen its Financial Management Team. This is more than just a traditional accounting role. You will fulfill an important function in the financial management and support of various production estates, with exposure to management accounts, budgets, projections, fixed assets, capital expenditure, and financial analysis. The role offers a strong accounting professional the opportunity not only to process financial information but to identify trends and deviations, provide insights to management, and continuously improve financial processes.

Requirements

A BCom, BCompt or postgraduate diploma in Accounting.
At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
Above-average Excel skills.
Strong analytical and administrative abilities.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
The ability to work independently, take initiative, and accept responsibility.
A high level of integrity, discipline, and drive.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Business Central (BC) will be a strong advantage.
Experience within an agricultural environment will be a further advantage.

Responsibilities

Preparation of monthly management accounts for the relevant area, including analysis and explanation of deviations.
Handling bank reconciliations, creditors, debtors, and financial journals.
Complete management and control of the asset register, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and physical verification.
Assisting with the preparation of budgets and financial projections.
Monitoring and follow-up of capital expenditure against approved applications.
Quality control over financial and administrative work before it is presented to the Financial Manager.
Early identification of financial deviations, trends, and potential risks.
Analysis of financial data to support management with accurate and meaningful financial information.
Identification of opportunities to improve reporting, systems, and financial processes.
General financial support to the estates and Financial Management Team.