Accountant l G4S Secure Solutions Location: Centurion - Gauteng | Salary: Market Related | Posted: 6 Nov 2024 | Closes: 13 Nov 2024 | Job Type: Full Time and Permanent | Business Unit: South Africa - Secure Solutions | Region / Division: Africa | Reference: G4S/TP/6890061/226203 Apply now

Remuneration and benefits will be commensurate with the seniority of the role and in compliance with company remuneration policy and practice.

Job Introduction:

G4S Secure Solutions (SA), a leading provider of integrated security management solutions, has a vacancy for an Accountant based at our operations in Centurion, reporting to the Finance Managers. 

The successful incumbent is a self-starter with a proven track record in maintaining company policy, adopting best practices, and is able to exercise sound judgement in the pursuit of the achievement of the goals of the organisation, and understanding the role which the Accountant  plays within a successful business unit. The incumbent will be expected to be results driven and to live the values of the organisation.

The position requires at least 2-3 years’ experience within a sales environment. Relevant industry related experience would be advantageous.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, but SA citizens will have a distinct advantage.

G4S have been made aware of phishing scams where someone has used the G4S brand to try and extort money from others in exchange for fictitious valuable assets. Please ignore such correspondences

Role Responsibility:

Main Purpose of Position

To maintain complete and accurate accounting records for G4S in compliance to company policies and procedures

Ensure preparation, review, and upload of working spreadsheets and forms    

Review and upload worksheets  Prepare the invoicing schedules for customer Prepare and upload the AVIS  and Wesbank worksheets Check allocation on invoicing before FM sign off and submit to HQ

Prepare Monthly Journals

Working with logistics to update and maintain all vehicle sheets (maintenance, rentals, owned vehicles) Perform reversal of prior months' accruals Capture accrued expenses after liaison with Financial Manager and AP clerk  Prepare and capture wage cost journals  Prepare and capture all other costs for reporting units  Balance sheet clearing journals

Monthly Report

Update monthly invoice list Rollers Compile journal-register Complete monthly regional checklist Upload all month-end documents to the regional Google folder Assist with preparation of trade pack Follow up on Open PO report & GRN report Site expenses recon (budget vs actual) Balance sheet recons

Invoicing and costs 

AP Allocation of invoicing after verifying and comparing to previous months Ensure completeness of direct invoice list Updating regional information databases AP Bi-annual confirmation of invoices with Ops (Logs verification monthly) Ensure supporting documentation is obtained relative to the specific debit order and the correct allocation provided. Completing the petty and other cash cheques reconciliation

MFC Compliance

Updating all information needed for compliance in conjunction with FM

Vehicle 

Maintain vehicle spreadsheets in conjunction with Logistics Performing reconciliations between provisions raised and actual cost for all vehicle accounts Fuel accruals Processing necessary journals 

Financial Accountability & Responsibility

Ensure compliance with existing policies and procedures Prepare Ops P&L Assist with budget and forecasts Assist with monthly profitability Review the detailed 12-month report with FM before month-end close-off to raise accruals Assist with PI’s Support, coaching, and mentoring of bookkeeper continuously to ensure that objectives are met

Health and Safety

Participate in the design/ development/ review/ implementation and monitoring of the departmental safety plans for each year Participate in safety forums created by the company for example safety meetings and safety talks Report all safety incidents to the relevant people Discuss all safety incidents Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meeting/committee/representative/management Attend safety education and refresher programs Comply with safety policies and procedures at the workplace Distribute safety information as and when required

The Ideal Candidate:

Qualification and Experience

Relevant Tertiary qualification recommended (Degree or Diploma) Minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant working experience

Skills and Attributes

Understanding the organizational environment Understanding the organization’s goals and objectives Dealing with changing circumstances Supporting and working with others Delivering objectives Dealing with complexity Acting professionally Delivering great customer service Sharing and cooperating

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