Accountant

Printagon Branding Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing printing company in Gauteng seeks a dedicated Accountant to maintain financial records and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The ideal candidate should have a National Diploma or BCom in Accounting, with 5-7 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and maintaining accounting systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years full-function accounting experience.
• Proven experience in preparing management accounts and trial balances.
• Understanding of VAT, PAYE, UIF, and tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Calculate and file VAT returns and ensure tax compliance.
• Process employee salaries and manage payroll accounting.

Skills

Financial Recordkeeping

Tax compliance knowledge

Payroll Administration

Accounting systems maintenance

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

National Diploma or BCom in Accounting

Advanced Certificate in Accounting or Bookkeeping

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Xero

Job description

Introduction

An innovative large-format printing company in Krugersdorp is looking for a dedicated Accountant to become part of a growing team committed to quality, precision, and continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers. Record journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts. Prepare and process invoices, receipts, and payments. Manage accounts payable (suppliers) and accounts receivable (customers).
• Track fixed assets, depreciation, and amortisation schedules. Maintain petty cash and reconcile bank accounts.
• General Administrative Duties – accounting related: Draft letters to banks, auditors, and suppliers. Manage business registrations, renewals, and CIPC compliance. Maintain proper filing and archiving of financial documentation.
• Taxation and Compliance: Calculate and file VAT returns (e.g., SARS VAT in South Africa). Prepare and submit PAYE, UIF, and SDL returns. Ensure compliance with tax laws, financial regulations, and accounting standards. Liaise with SARS during audits or queries.
• Payroll Administration: Verify and prepare Time and Attendance Reports. Process employee salaries and wages. Calculate statutory deductions (PAYE, UIF, pension / provident fund). Prepare and issue payslips. Reconcile payroll accounts monthly.
• Systems and Software: Maintain accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or Pastel). Perform data imports, reconciliations, and software integrations. Develop Excel or financial models and reports. Ensure data security and proper backup of financial systems.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications (Education and Professional Requirements)

• Formal Education: Minimum Requirement – National Diploma or BCom in Accounting.
• Alternative Entry Route – Advanced Certificate in Accounting or Bookkeeping with proven experience in full accounting function.
• Technical Certifications (Beneficial) – QuickBooks Online or Sage Accounting certification; Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency certificate; Payroll software training (e.g., Sage VIP, Pastel Payroll, or SimplePay).
• Experience using ERP, or integrated stock control platforms.

Experience (Typical Minimum Requirements)

• Core Accounting Experience – 5–7 years full-function accounting experience (including journals, reconciliations, and financial reporting).
• Proven experience preparing management accounts, trial balances, and monthly reports to review level.
• Experience with multi-entity or group accounting structures, inter-company transactions, and consolidation.
• Demonstrated understanding of VAT, PAYE, UIF, and income tax legislation and filing processes (SARS).

Package & Remuneration

Basic Salary: R R

Interested?