Tertiary financial accounting qualification would be preferred
Experience in cashbook preferably gained within the travel and tourism industry
Strong MS Excel spreadsheet skills and preferably Accpac knowledge
To manage the cash, forecast and budgets, using full accounting functions for Drifters.
Cashbook for SA , Botswana , Namibia
Forex handling
Doing the cashflow weekly
Making payments to all suppliers
Managing the supplier relationships regarding payments
Collections of outstanding debt
Reviewing the work of the Debtors and credits clerk
Doing all the monthly journals for all companies
Doing the balance sheet reconciliations for all companies
Liaising with the consultants regarding receipt of the funds for direct clients
Maintaining all advance deposits received
Assist Financial Manager with forecast and budgets
Submitting the VAT and PAYE for Botswana, Namibia, South Africa
Project report analysis to be submitted to the Financial Manager
To build relationships with all international offices and key personnel
Provide support, guidance and time to help colleagues and their work
Effectively communicate and implement best practice policies and procedures
Flexibility to assist colleagues out of normal office hours, when and if required
Continuously develop product knowledge, visit our offices where possible and participate in events where feasible
Keep abreast of global issues affecting your role including currency exchange, legislation, tax, trading environments etc.
Develop communication skills
A mature approach when dealing with people
Attention to detail and accuracy
Capacity for dealing with employees at all levels
Confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people
Excellent planning, organizational, analytical and decision making skills
Good conflict resolution skills
Integrity and honesty
Good interpersonal skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Project management skills
Good problem solving skills
Strong negotiation skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software including Word and Outlook
Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge
Research, Organizational and presentation skills
Ability to work towards deadlines