Accountant

Lesaka Technologies Inc.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join their finance team in Cape Town. This role involves preparing daily payments, reconciling accounts, and managing supplier invoices. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a supportive environment while contributing to essential financial processes. If you are motivated, reliable, and eager to make an impact, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in accounting or a relevant certificate.
• Strong typing speed and proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and loading of daily payments to municipalities.
• Monthly bank and cash book reconciliations on SAGE.
• Assisting with administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

MS Office (Excel & Word)

SAGE

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Matric

Certificate in accounting

Tools

SAGE

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Company

Sandulela Technology (Pty) Ltd is a Level 2 BEE company working in the public sector with proven experience and track record in prepayment electricity vending. Sandulela is well placed to extend its services and experience to meet the institutional needs of utilities and municipalities looking for solutions to the aggregation of prepaid electricity across multiple retail channels. Notably, Sandulela’s High Performance Switch (HPS) is one of the most recognised prepaid electricity aggregation technology platforms within Eskom, City Power and eThekwini Municipality among others.

Position: Accountant

Location: Cape Town (non-negotiable)

Reporting to: Senior Accountant

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our finance team as an Accountant. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles and be eager to learn and grow within our organization.

Responsibilities of the Role Include

1. Preparation and loading of daily payments to municipalities onto the banking profiles.
2. Daily reconciliation of payments made to municipalities.
3. Preparation and loading of commissions and creditors at month-end for all suppliers.
4. Preparation and loading of all other adhoc payments throughout the month.
5. Preparation and loading of refunds (on FNB banking) for any queries that may occur.
6. Emailting proof of payments for all payments made.
7. Ensuring all suppliers have confirmed credit has been loaded for all payments related to prepaid wallets.
8. Performing bank verifications (AVS) and loading of new creditors onto FNB & ABSA online banking profiles.
9. Monthly Bank and Cash Book reconciliations and capturing on SAGE.
10. Checking and capturing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Invoices on SAGE.
11. Assisting with administrative tasks as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• Accounting knowledge (5 years’ experience or certificate in accounting)
• Typing speed is essential
• Experience in MS Office – Excel & Word (Pivot tables & vlookups)
• Sage experience is advantageous
• Previous bookkeeping experience is beneficial
• Planning and organizing skills
• Computer literacy
• Attention to detail
• Sound communication skills in English

Behavioral Competencies Required

• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliability, commitment, trustworthiness, and honesty
• Deadline-driven
• Willingness to work overtime
• Actively seeks feedback
• Shows initiative
• Attention to detail
• Positive attitude and passion