Accountant

Stratostaff; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG and packaging industry seeks an Accountant in Durban. This full-time role involves maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance, and providing accurate management accounts. The ideal candidate will have a BCom degree, 3+ years of experience, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, SARS, and CIPC regulations.
• Clear criminal record required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and accurate processing of transactions.
• Prepare and submit management accounts and reports.
• Ensure compliance with SARS, CIPC, and statutory requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Technological proficiency

Education

Grade 12 Matric or NQF4

BCom Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Pastel Evolution

SAP

Job description

Our client based in Durban KZN

The Group now packs and supplies high-quality products for all major and minor chains throughout Southern Africa.

Purpose of the Role :

You will play a critical role in maintaining the financial records, ensuring compliance with company and statutory requirements, and providing accurate management accounts.

Role : Accountant

Location : Durban KZN

Industry : FMCG / Packaging

Start Date : Immediate

Qualification :

• Must have Grade 12 Matric or NQF4 equivalent qualification.
• Must have a clear criminal record.
• BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, SARS, and CIPC regulations.
• Proficient in accounting software (Pastel Evolution, SAP).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Skills :

• Ability to prepare financial statements.
• Understanding and application of regulatory knowledge.
• Technological proficiency.
• Fundamental business understanding.
• Data analysis.
• Critical thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Accuracy.

Role & Responsibilities :

• Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate processing of finance-related transactions.
• Review and sign off batch and transaction processing reconciliations and age analysis.
• Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly management accounts and reports.
• Ensure compliance with SARS, CIPC, and other statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate cash flow, balance sheet, and other general ledger reconciliations.
• Assist in budget and financial year-end processes.
• Ensure electronic and paper filing is up to date.

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Key Skills

Internal Audit, Accounting Tally, General Ledger Accounting, External Audit, Microsoft Excel, PMP, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Payroll, Financial Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Accounting and Finance, ACCA, CPA, Financial Reporting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : 3 years

Vacancy : 1