Accountant

Mirror Images; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A finance administration company in South Africa is seeking a skilled Finance Administrator. This role involves maintaining financial records, handling reporting and analysis, and ensuring accurate ledgers. The ideal candidate has a tertiary qualification in financial accounting, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and is familiar with Xero accounting software. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions.
• Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts.
• Ensure accuracy in the general ledger.

Skills

Record Keeping

Financial Reporting and Analysis

General Ledger Maintenance

Procurement and Payments

Interpersonal Competencies

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Bookkeeping or Financial Accounting

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting

National Diploma in Financial Accounting (NQF 6)

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

Finance Administration – Responsible for day-to-day finance administration of the business.

Responsibilities

• Record Keeping – Maintain an accurate record of all financial transactions.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis – Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• General Ledger and Maintenance – Update and maintain the general ledger to ensure its accuracy.
• Month-end Close / Procedures – Perform month-end close procedures to produce a trial balance; cash book and bank reconciliations; debtor and creditor reconciliations; fixed asset register maintenance; month-end journal entries; balance sheet reconciliations.
• Procurement and Payments – Manage local and foreign supplier payments, ensuring timely and cost‑effective transactions.
• SARS Submissions – Prepare and submit accurate and timely SARS returns, including PAYE, VAT and Income Tax.
• Audit Preparation – Prepare for the annual audit by organising financial records and documentation, and assist auditors in their review to ensure a smooth audit process.
• Budget Support – Provide support during the annual budgeting process.
• Process Improvement – Identify opportunities for enhancing and streamlining financial processes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualification – A recognised bookkeeping or financial accounting qualification.
• Preferred: Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting or National Diploma in Financial Accounting (NQF 6).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Xero accounting software experience is an advantage.
• Interpersonal Competencies – Good communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, efficient and diligent; strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Personal Competencies – Ability to demonstrate high levels of professionalism and customer service; results‑driven, "can‑do" attitude and resilience; strong delivery and organisational skills; ability to prioritise and effectively manage many tasks simultaneously.