We are a team of leaders. True owners, humble learners and friends. We're here to overcome big challenges, build tech solutions for people to enjoy, while doing the best work of our careers, together, as Bash.
This journey requires grit, ambition and teamwork to thrive. We are transforming SA retail for the better; using a stable, secure base as our catalyst for change. We are building on a scale that will test our limits but when we break through, the impact on us and our customers will be profound.
We are looking for a dynamic person to join the Bash finance team as an Accountant. This role is a mix of operations and finance and is uniquely positioned to help plan, steer and monitor performance against our long-term plan. This position is a great opportunity for an experienced Accountant who is proactive, able to multitask and prioritise work to accommodate the requirements of a dynamic and scaling business.
The Accountant is responsible for managing the recording of financial information in the General Ledger and supporting Management in the production and maintenance of accurate trial balances
What You'll Do
- Under limited supervision, be responsible for various activities relating to the maintenance, update and record keeping of a complete and accurate general ledger ensuring data integrity.
- Populate journal templates and supporting documentation to submit to Management and Record-to-Report function within Shared Services (including but not limited to accruals, prepayments, year-end journals, intercompany entries).
- Compile and maintain detailed monthly schedules (income and expense tracking, balance sheet reconciliations).
- Ensure that the inputs to and the management of any assets within the division are provided to the Shared Services Centre.
- Ensure the planning tool accurately reflects actuals and projections for all costs.
- Assist with ad-hoc duties as required to support Finance Operations.
This job is for you if you have:
- A newly qualified chartered accountant or an experienced accountant if not a qualified CA (SA).
- Minimum of 0-1 years' post-CA (SA) qualification experience or 3-4 years experience as an accountant if not CA (SA), preferably in a high-growth organisation.
- An independent, self-motivated individual who works well in a fast-paced environment, with a positive, service-orientated attitude and attention to detail.
- Excellent multi-tasker who effectively prioritises tasks and projects in order to meet deadlines, whilst allowing time to review.
- Strong communicator, both written and verbal.
- Solid understanding of record keeping, accounts payable/receivable principles and financial accounting processes.
- Team player; flexible and willing to support in other areas when required.
- Strong computer skills including G-Suite and Microsoft office (specifically Excel).
- Experience in SAP is advantageous.
- Well spoken and can communicate clearly & concisely
- Strong organizational and time management skills..
- Must have a sense of urgency, be self-motivated, and be proactive.
Our working model is flexible and digital. We don't clock watch or mind how or where you work. Our leaders are measured by their outputs and they know where and how they will get the job done.
We give agency and enable remote working, most of the time, for the people who want it. We are intentional about connecting and give you the tools & equipment to enable you to do work that matters. We also believe that doing certain types of work happens best organically which is why we encourage our teams to travel so we can make magic happen face to face. Our offices are a vibe. They are decked out to make collaboration easy and help our team create lasting connections with each other.
BASH BENEFITS: WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- A seriously smart team of people! We are selective about who joins our team to make sure we're made up of the best of the best
- Agency: Structures remain flat, accountability wide
- Top $$: The best people, in the right roles, earning at the top tier. Our ethos is about quality and aligning merit and output with the rewards. We believe in reciprocity.
- Saving for your future: Saving is not easy. Taking a chunk monthly for your future is imperative. We provide the fund and support to do just that
- Hackdays: These happen monthly as we push the envelope and give our teams freedom to find the space to do things they have only had time to wonder about
- Quarterly parties: Connection and community is our jam
- Extensive opportunity to learn: Library, blinkist, interest groups and team rotations
- Exclusive shopping discount: Save when you shop across 29 of SAs biggest brands
