Accountant

Kontak Recruitment; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Accountant for a position in Boksburg. The ideal candidate will have payroll experience and the ability to manage full trial balances. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, overseeing payroll, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates should possess an accounting-related degree and have a strong understanding of accounting principles.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing accounts up to trial balances.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage, QuickBooks, and Pastel Payroll.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage trial balances, ensuring accuracy.
• Oversee and process payroll using Pastel Payroll.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare detailed financial reports.

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Reliability

Accounting principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Accounting-related degree

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Pastel Payroll

Job description

Accountant position currently available in Boksburg.

Seeking a skilled Accountant with payroll experience and the ability to manage full trial balances. Ideal for someone reliable and detail-driven.

Salary: R25 000 – R30 000 CTC per month.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3 or more years of experience managing accounts up to trial balances.
• Previous Payroll experience.
• Accounting-related degree (preferred but negotiable based on experience).
• Strong working knowledge of Sage, QuickBooks, and Pastel Payroll.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage trial balances, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
• Oversee and process payroll using Pastel Payroll.
• Work with accounting systems such as Sage and QuickBooks to maintain financial records.
• Reconcile accounts and prepare detailed financial reports.
• Ensure VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members as needed.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records.