Accountant
Johannesburg Full-time Mid-level Accounting
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Yassir. Johannesburg · full-time.
Pay not stated Accounting salary
RoleAccounting
SeniorityMid-level
LocationJohannesburg
EmploymentFull-time
PostedAug 3, 2022
Role brief
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What you'll do
- Record accounting activity, prepare budget projections and complete month-end, quarter-end and year-end close work
- Match payables and receivables, make sure bank transfers go out on time, and calculate taxes for filing
- Maintain balance sheets and profit-and-loss reports, then share updates on financial health and liquidity
- Review financial records for accuracy, protect confidential data and follow financial rules
What you bring
- You have worked as an accountant and understand accounting rules, including IFRS
- You have used accounting software such as QuickBooks and can handle general ledger work
- You are skilled in Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables, with strong numerical accuracy and analysis
- You hold a degree in accounting, finance or another relevant area
Who this fits
This mid-level, full-time role is based in Johannesburg. It suits an accountant with bookkeeping experience and a close eye for numerical errors.
From the employer
Yassir is the leading super App in the Maghreb region set to changing the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with recent expansions into France, Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is backed (~$200M in funding) by VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe and other parts of the world. We offer on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery. Building on this infrastructure, we are now introducing financial services to help our users pay, save and borrow digitally. Helping usher the continent into a digital economy era. We’re not just about serving people - we’re about creating a marketplace to bring people what they need while infusing social values.
About the role
We are looking for an Accountant to manage all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets. To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with bookkeeping and a flair for spotting numerical mistakes. The successful candidate will provide us with accurate quantitative information on the financial position, liquidity and cash flows of our business, while ensuring we’re compliant with all tax regulations.
Don't just apply for a job, come and be a part of our journey. Let's create a better tomorrow together.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Best of luck,Your Yassir TA Team
About the role
We are looking for an Accountant to manage all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets. To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with bookkeeping and a flair for spotting numerical mistakes. The successful candidate will provide us with accurate quantitative information on the financial position, liquidity and cash flows of our business, while ensuring we’re compliant with all tax regulations.
What You’ll Do
- Manage all accounting transactions
- Prepare budget forecasts
- Handle monthly, quarterly and annual closings
- Reconcile accounts payable and receivable
- Ensure timely bank payments
- Compute taxes and prepare tax returns
- Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
- Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity
- Audit financial transactions and documents
- Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary
- Comply with financial policies and regulations
What You'll Need
- Work experience as an Accountant
- Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including IFRS
- Hands-on experience with accounting software like (eg: QuickBooks)Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
- Experience with general ledger functions
- Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
- Accounting, Finance or other relevant degree
- Enthusiastic about Yassir!
Perks
- Ground floor opportunity with the team; shape the strategic direction of the company
- The rare opportunity to change the world around you such that everyone around you is using the product you built. We’re not just another app, we’re infusing social values and reinventing how services are provided
- Sharp, motivated co-workers in a fun office environment
Benefits
- Great compensation, fringe benefits and bonuses
- Paid company holidays
Don't just apply for a job, come and be a part of our journey. Let's create a better tomorrow together.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Best of luck,Your Yassir TA Team
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