JOB SPECIFICATION - EXPIRED VACANCY

Overview of Role

A Vacancy has arisen for a suitably Qualified Junior Accountant at Halfway Toyota George,  

The Junior Accountant is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day financial administration and accounting functions of the dealership, ensuring that financial transactions are accurately recorded, reconciliations are completed timeously, and financial records are maintained in accordance with company policies, accounting standards and relevant statutory requirements.

The successful candidate will support the finance team in maintaining accurate financial information, strengthening financial controls and contributing to the overall financial efficiency and profitability of the dealership.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Assist with the reconciliation of new and used vehicle stock accounts.
• Verify vehicle-related invoices, purchase costs and supporting documentation.
• Assist with reconciling vehicle purchases, trade-ins, settlements and related transactions.
• Reconcile vehicle floorplan and vehicle financing accounts, where applicable.
• Assist with the reconciliation of vehicle deposits, customer receipts and outstanding balances.
• Verify invoices and payments relating to vehicle accessories, fitment centres, workshop repairs and parts purchases.
• Assist with the reconciliation of manufacturer and distributor accounts, rebates, incentives and dealer claims, where applicable.
• Support the finance team in investigating discrepancies between dealership management systems and the general ledger.
• Assist in monitoring the accuracy of deal files and ensuring that financial transactions are supported by the required documentation.

Qualification

• A National Diploma, BCom degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting or a related qualification.
• A relevant accounting qualification or progress towards a professional accounting designation will be advantageous.

Experience

• One to two years of experience in an accounting or finance environment will be advantageous.
• Previous experience in a motor dealership or automotive retail environment will be an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, VAT and financial controls
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.
• Experience with a dealership management system will be advantageous.

Personal Characteristics

The ideal candidate will be a motivated, dependable and detail-oriented individual who takes pride in producing accurate work. The candidate must demonstrate a willingness to learn, a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.