Junior Accountant

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About TMF Group

TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. Our 11 000+ experts and 125+ offices in 87 jurisdictions worldwide serve corporates, financial institutions, asset managers, private clients and family offices, providing the combination of accounting, tax, payroll, fund administration, compliance and entity management services essential to global business success.

Discover the Role

TMF Group is currently looking for a Junior Accountant to join our team in Cape Town. Apply today!

Key Responsibilities

1. Production of underlying portfolio reconciliation between trustee and client records, including corresponding with the trustee and client to resolve differences.
2. Preparation of management accounts used in the production of accounting statements and reports for the internal TMF audit/financial reporting team.
3. Roll-forward management accounts and accounting system (IFRS and Irish GAAP).
4. Ensure the timely completeness and accuracy of accounting records using mandated systems like DAX.
5. Meet indicated deadlines for each allocated client.
6. Limited day-to-day contact with clients for sourcing reports.
7. Accurate booking of all journal entries and accounting documents into the general ledger for allocated clients for complete financial closure (accruals, prepayments, re-evaluations).
8. Assist in the maintenance of the chart of accounts, sub-ledger accounts, and other accounting application configurations.
9. Identify out-of-scope services and provide information to the team leader/manager.
10. Maintain contact with the TMF audit team to assist in resolving client and audit queries.
11. Keep up to date with changes in local accounting and tax legislation.

Key Requirements

1. Degree holder in Accountancy.
2. 2-4 years of job experience preferred.
3. Resourceful, independent, and strong problem-solving abilities.
4. Excellent written and communication skills, with strong planning and organizational abilities.
5. Analytical mindset with the ability to maintain data accuracy and consistency.
6. Fluency in English preferred.
7. Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word is essential; experience with local accounting systems is desirable.

Key Results Areas & Key Performance Indicators

1. Clear communication with relevant parties when reconciling underlying portfolios.
2. Able to perform reconciliations based on data received from trustees and clients.
3. Production of quality management accounts.
4. 99% compliance to tax reporting deadlines.
5. 100% adherence to ISO27001 data/information security protocols.
6. Ensure timeliness and correctness of data provided to clients.
7. 100% timely and accurate personal time writing in line with personal productivity targets.
8. Ensure the team’s entities remain fully compliant with accounting and tax legislation.
9. Support process enhancement and continuous improvements, utilizing systems as required.
10. Zero customer escalations related to delivery within your span of control.

Critical Competencies for Success

Operational Excellence

1. Take advantage of learning opportunities to meet the needs of the current job.
2. Promptly and efficiently complete work assignments.
3. Strive for high standards of delivery to clients.
4. Understand processes needed to undertake the role successfully.
5. Keep up to date with business trends and changes in the law that will impact the role.
6. Make decisions within defined limits of authority.

Commercial Awareness

1. Understand TMF Group’s business lines and structure.
2. Apply control and risk governance frameworks consistently.
3. Fully knowledgeable about day-to-day activities required to maintain client statutory records.

Leadership & Resource Management

1. Review own work and non-complex work undertaken by junior team members/interns.
2. Manage expectations of senior colleagues.
3. Understand personal motivation and impact in optimizing personal and team performance.
4. Act with integrity and uphold organizational values.

Interpersonal Skills

1. Communicate information clearly and concisely (verbal and written) to internal and external stakeholders.
2. Handle difficult situations calmly and diplomatically.
3. Manage stakeholder expectations regarding delivery, escalating concerns as appropriate.

What’s in it for you?

1. An exciting opportunity in an international company.
2. Professional development opportunities and extensive individual training supported by our TMF Business Academy.
3. A career within an ever-evolving market.
4. Flat hierarchies with direct contact to management and international exchange.

We’re looking forward to getting to know you!
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.