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Highly detail-oriented and analytical Technical Accountant with 5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting. Proven expertise in financial software systems, including [list specific software], with a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory requirements. Skilled in data analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

* Prepared and reviewed financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
* Performed general ledger accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations.
* Analyzed and interpreted financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
* Assisted in the development of budgets and forecasts for various departments.
* Coordinated with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Developed and maintained financial reports, dashboards, and spreadsheets using [Xero, Payspace, Join, Pastel].

Skills

• Financial planning and analysis
• Financial software systems (e.g. QuickBooks, SAP, Xeo, Payspace, Join, Netcash, Pastel)
• GAAP and regulatory compliance 
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Monthly bookkeeping to trial balance (manual and computerised)
• Disclose profit and financial position; reconcile suppliers, inventory and bank statement 
• Calculate PAYE/ UIF/SDL; payroll tax and other deductions; EMP201, EMP501, IRP5, IRP6 and IT3a documents and VAT returns.
• Asset disposal; year-end adjustments; 
• International Financial Reporting Standards for SMMEs; branch accounts; incomplete records; analysis of financial statements 
• Understand cash flow; basic cost and management accounts; prepare manufacturing accounts; costing and budgeting.
• The ins and outs of accounting, taxation (individuals and companies), auditing and business law
   

Education

National Technical Diploma in Financial Accounting 

 Professional certification(s): ICB and FASSET