Accountant

Headhunt; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the finance sector is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join their dynamic team in Gqeberha. This role involves managing accounts receivable and payables, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in accounting, including a BCom degree and completed articles, alongside proficiency in accounting software such as Pastel and Xero. Join a collaborative environment that values ongoing development and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Matric with Accounting at a Higher Grade and a BCom degree required.
• Experience with accounting software like Pastel and Xero is essential.

Responsibilities

• Invoice customers and manage accounts receivable and payables.
• Prepare management accounts and analyze financial statements.
• Ensure deadlines are met and communicate effectively.

Skills

Accounting

Taxation

Auditing

Internal Audit

Financial Analysis

Financial Accounting

Financial Reconciliation

Financial Reporting

Education

Matric with Accounting at a Higher Grade

BCom degree or equivalent with Accounting III and taxation

Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles

Tools

Pastel

Microsoft Office

CaseWare

Xero

Job description

Our client in the Finance Industry is currently looking to employ an Accountant based in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements :

• Matric with Accounting at a Higher Grade.
• BCom degree or equivalent with Accounting III and taxation.
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles.
• Experience with Pastel, Microsoft Office, CaseWare, and Xero.
• Strong knowledge of Accounting, Taxation, and Auditing.

Responsibilities :

• Invoice customers and manage accounts receivable.
• Process vendor invoices and accounts payables.
• Maintain the general ledger.
• Reconcile bank statements and inventory monthly.
• Record monthly journals for trial balance finalization.
• Prepare sales and gross receipts tax reports.
• Prepare management accounts with analysis and budget comparisons.
• Provide real-time budget-to-actual comparisons.
• Prepare sales reports and analyze financial statements.
• Create cash flow projections and perform inventory costings.
• Prepare annual budgets and develop financial models.
• Ensure deadlines are met with clear communication.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and manage tasks independently.
• Manage upward to achieve project goals.

Development and Training :

• Engage in ongoing personal development through various training methods.
• Prepare and submit SAICA or SAIPA reflective plans as applicable.
• Achieve QBO certification.

Reporting :

• Perform weekly Tsheet reviews and compliance checks.
• Complete weekly 15Five check-in reports.

Other :

• Assist senior or junior staff on projects.
• Handle ad hoc requests from foreign-based staff and managers.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned, within ethical boundaries.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Perform duties across other businesses owned or managed by the company.

Please note: If you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, consider your application unsuccessful.

Key Skills

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