Accountant

Job Description

Assist accounts payable clerk with monthly tasks and manage clerk.

Review and sign creditors reconciliations.

Review and sign creditors' payments for approval.

Check and approve all POs and GRNs.

Check and submit for approval all new vendor accounts after verification has been completed.

Capture and reconcile bank statements daily.

Prepare weekly/monthly cash expense forecast.

Prepare and submit VAT reconciliation and payment.

Check and approve all travel costs and requisitions.

Check and approve payroll claims submitted.

Submit and check payroll claims with the payroll team.

Maintain a fixed asset register and capture relevant transactions.

Process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded correctly during month-end processing.

Complete monthly payroll to general ledger reconciliation.

Conduct income statement movement reviews and analyses on specific accounts as required.

Prepare monthly forecasts.

Conduct expenses and balance sheet reconciliations.

Monthly BEE spend calculations and information gathering.

Contribute to the production of the year-end and audit files, including AFS preparation.

Requirements

• 5–8 years post-article experience.
• Sage Intacct, Business Central, and SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Advanced MS Excel is a minimum requirement.
• Excellent command of English (verbal and written) and Afrikaans.
• High level of proficiency, accuracy levels, and attention to detail.
• Must be deadline-driven and punctual.
• Must be able to coordinate effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be innovative, motivated, and a self-starter.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric - Accounting Diploma / Degree is an advantage.
• 5+ years similar experience.
• Sage Intacct, Business Central, and SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• MS Excel with intermediate skills as a minimum requirement.
• Excellent command of English (verbal and written) and Afrikaans.
• Knowledge of applicable accounting principles and regulations.