Accountant

Description

• Manica Group Namibia recently marked their 99th year footprint in the logistics industry, with our purpose focused on providing Simplified Cargo Movement solutions
• As a critical link in this industry, we are committed to being quality conscious, transparent and results driven
• Our people are committed, reliable and professional therefore being considered as one of our most valuable resources
• Our culture of being respectful, appreciative, and fair undoubtedly contributes to our purpose of Simplified Cargo Movement
• The Company currently has an opportunity for an experienced Accountant the position reports to the Finance Manager and is based in Walvis Bay
• The accountant will be responsible for the end-to-end accounting function to trial balance level and responsible for ensuring accurate and complete reporting of figures to the Finance Manager and Business units
• To maintain GL integrity and to ensure that reconciliations are accurate and completed timeously
• Ensure proper controls, policies and procedures are adhered to

Duties

• Monthly and year-end financial preparation and reporting of management accounts
• Assisting with the annual preparation of budgets, forecasts and reporting on variances
• Maintaining of systems and accounting practices
• Monitoring compliance of internal controls
• VAT reconciliations, reviews and returns
• Cashbook entries and reconciliations
• Cashflow forecasting
• Completion of GL reconciliations and file
• Controlling of fixed assets register
• Review of creditors reconciliations and authorizing of payments
• Various ad hoc accounting duties

Requisites

• B. Comm or other relevant degree
• Completion of audit articles will be a distinct advantage
• 5 Years’ experience as an accountant is essential
• Experience in the logistics industry will be a distinct advantage
• Computer literacy with sound knowledge of Acumatica and MS Office is essential
• Thorough knowledge of the VAT Act
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans
• Namibian citizenship

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• Candidates from designated groups defined in the Affirmative Action Act (1998) are encouraged to apply