Specialist: Accountant- Motus Corporation x1
- Position: Specialist: Accountant
- Company: Motus Corporation
- Division: Retail – Free State & Northern Cape
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Department: Finance
- Experience Level: Mid-Senior
- Closing Date: 10 June 2026
Purpose of the Role
The Specialist: Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, preparing financial reports, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and providing financial insights to assist management decision-making. The role contributes to the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization through accurate accounting and reporting practices.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Prepare and analyse:
- Balance Sheets
- Income Statements
- Cash Flow Statements
- Produce accurate and timely financial reports.
- Monitor and evaluate financial performance indicators.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.
Financial Closing Processes
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
- Ensure financial records are complete and accurate.
- Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Budgeting and Forecasting
- Assist with budgeting processes.
- Support financial forecasting activities.
- Monitor actual performance against budget targets.
- Provide variance analysis and reporting.
Tax and Compliance Management
- Prepare and manage:
- Annual Tax Packs
- VAT Returns
- VAT General Ledger Reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and financial regulations.
- Support tax reporting and statutory requirements.
Financial Systems and Reporting
- Manage Hyperion uploads and reporting processes.
- Review Financial Services Provider (FSP) calculations and returns.
- Maintain accurate financial records within financial systems.
- Ensure financial data integrity and accuracy.
Cash Management and Reconciliations
- Manage cash book activities.
- Monitor company cash flow.
- Prepare cash management reports.
- Perform and review financial reconciliations.
- Support payment processing and financial controls.
Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Management
- Manage the full CAPEX process.
- Monitor capital expenditure transactions.
- Ensure proper authorization and accounting treatment of assets.
Audit Support
- Participate in internal and external audits.
- Prepare supporting documentation for audit reviews.
- Address audit findings and implement corrective actions where required.
Accounting Governance
- Ensure accounting policies and procedures are consistently followed.
- Maintain compliance with financial control requirements.
- Support continuous improvement of accounting processes.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Related Financial Field
Preferred Qualification
- CPA Certification (advantageous).
Experience
- 3+ years’ experience in accounting or finance.
- 1–2 years’ experience in a similar environment.
- Financial services experience is advantageous but not essential.
Required Skills and Competencies
Accounting and Finance Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis.
- Financial record keeping.
- Trial balance preparation and review.
- Tax and VAT administration.
- Cash management.
- Reconciliations and financial controls.
Technical Skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Experience with financial reporting systems.
- Knowledge of Hyperion reporting tools.
- Financial software proficiency.
Analytical Skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to analyse financial data and trends.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
Communication Skills
- Report preparation and presentation.
- Effective communication with stakeholders.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Personal Attributes
- High level of integrity.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Results-driven and detail-oriented.
Key Knowledge Areas
The successful candidate should demonstrate knowledge of:
- Accounting fundamentals and principles.
- Financial statements and reporting.
- Tax concepts and compliance requirements.
- Trial balance management.
- Financial record-keeping processes.
- Accounting policies and procedures.
- Financial performance measurement.