Accountant

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 662 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Accountant to join their finance team in Germiston. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, managing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with strict deadlines. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, particularly with SAGE Evolution, and strong skills in Microsoft Excel. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in a supportive environment, where your expertise will play a crucial role in the financial health of the organization. If you are driven, detail-oriented, and ready to take on new challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in accounting with strong skills in SAGE and Excel.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate financial records and manage inventory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records up to Trial Balance and manage reconciliations.
• Process monthly journals, assist with month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

SAGE Evolution Accounting Package

Microsoft Excel

Financial Record Maintenance

Inventory Control

Customer Liaison

Time Management

Education

Matric Certificate

Relevant qualification

Job description

R 600000 - R 662000 Annually Cost To Company (Medical Aid, Provident Fund, Life Insurance)

Manufacturing concern based in Germiston is seeking an Accountant to join their finance team.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete and accurate financial records up to Trial Balance
• General ledger and lead sheet maintenance
• Account Receivables & Customer ledger processing and reconciliations
• Account Payables & Supplier ledger processing and reconciliations
• Bank and payment preparation and reconciliations
• Credit card statements and expense claim reconciliations
• Process monthly journals and adjustments
• Maintain fixed asset register
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes, journals and reconciliations

Other:

• Manage inventory control systems and processes
• Customer Liaison for spares orders
• Quotations, orders, invoices, stock preparation and distribution
• Plan and oversee stock takes
• Visa and travel planning and control
• Back-Office support and ad hoc administrative duties
• General Office orders – refreshments, canteen and stationery

Requirements:

• Matric Certificate
• Relevant qualification
• +-10 years’ working experience
• Proven experience with SAGE Evolution Accounting Package
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Tenacity and ability to meet strict and tight deadlines
• Experience working within a multinational - an advantage
• First Language - English - an advantage
• Must have own transport

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted