Accountant

Swiss Build; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Durban is seeking an Accountant to support the finance department with daily, weekly, and monthly financial tasks. This full-time position offers excellent opportunities for motivated individuals to gain essential experience in a crucial area of the business. Candidates should have a relevant finance qualification, 1–2 years of accounting experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. SAGE knowledge is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• SAICA member registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process daily bank statements and validate bank charges.
• Prepare and capture journals and related financial files.
• Review monthly reconciliations and prepare VAT working papers.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Relevant finance / accounting qualification (Diploma or Degree)

Bachelors (Preferred)

Tools

SAGE

Job description

ACCOUNTANT Swissbuild is seeking an Accountant to support our finance department with daily, weekly, and monthly financial tasks.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain experience and contribute to a vital area of our business.

Requirements

• Relevant finance / accounting qualification (Diploma or Degree)
• 1–2 years of accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (SAGE advantageous)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Key Responsibilities

Daily Responsibilities

• Process daily bank statements and import FNB bank statements
• Validate and investigate bank charges
• Maintain supplier age analysis (local & foreign) and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure correct application of open‑match items and report variances
• Raise fixed assets and process related invoices
• Conduct VAT capture checks and sign‑offs
• Process supplier invoices for payments
• Follow up on minor discrepancies in supplier or customer accounts

Weekly Responsibilities

• Prepare and capture journals and related financial files
• Process BOP payments (foreign and SADC)
• Review creditor reconciliations and trip / sales rep expenses
• Manage AlBaraka bank trade deal entries
• Prepare bank pack file and offer to purchase for foreign finance deals
• Review supplier accounts and highlights pending or disputed payments

Monthly Responsibilities

• Review monthly reconciliations and creditor files
• Prepare VAT working papers
• Maintain fleet management reconciliations
• Compile reports for management pack presentations
• Reconcile corporate card statements
• Liaise with external accountants
• Complete new supplier requisitions in SAGE
• Perform various ad hoc duties as needed
• Assist in preparing monthly trial balances, income statements, and balance sheets
• Reconcile all general ledger accounts
• Maintain organized financial records for easy retrieval

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : R

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Ability to commute / relocate : Springfield, KwaZulu-Natal : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education : Bachelors (Preferred)

License / Certification : SAICA member registration (Preferred)

Work Location : In person