Accountant

Ad Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A global branding and marketing agency in Johannesburg is seeking an Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations. The ideal candidate will prepare client invoices, manage revenue recognition, and ensure accurate financial reporting. With a B.Com degree and 3–6 years of relevant experience, you'll play a key role in supporting financial processes and liaising with client service teams. This mid-level position offers an opportunity to contribute to our operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years' accounting experience, ideally in a project-based environment.
• Experience with ERP systems preferred.
• Professional qualification or articles advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue client invoices accurately.
• Manage revenue recognition processes.
• Maintain the debtors ledger and manage collections.
• Prepare schedules for audit and management reporting.

Skills

Accounting principles understanding

Excel and reporting skills

Attention to detail

Communication with non-financial stakeholders

Education

B.Com Accounting or Finance degree

Tools

Chase

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

SUMMARY

POSITION INFO :

WHO ARE WE

We are a global strategic branding, marketing and communications agency.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Accountant to join our team in Johannesburg.

Position Summary

You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations, including revenue management, debtors control, project cost reporting and audit support. This mid-level role serves as a key liaison between Finance and the Client Service Teams, ensuring accurate billing, revenue recognition and financial tracking for all projects.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Prepare and issue client invoices accurately and in line with project milestones
• Manage revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with IFRS 15
• Conduct weekly Billings Reports and lead the Billings Meeting with Client Service
• Maintain the debtors ledger, manage collections and produce aged debtors analysis
• Prepare and review project cost estimates and profitability reports in Chase
• Support month-end close with reconciliations and journal entries
• Prepare schedules for audit, VAT and management reporting
• Review petty cash balances weekly and confirm reconciliations
• Collaborate with the Junior Accountant to ensure expense, asset and cost data accuracy
• Assist the Finance Manager in forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis
• Contribute to continuous improvement in systems and internal controls

WHAT DO YOU NEED

• B.Com Accounting or Finance degree (professional qualification or articles advantageous)
• 3–6 years’ accounting experience, ideally within a project-based or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Experience with ERP systems preferred (Chase and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central advantageous)
• Strong Excel and reporting skills
• Attention to detail, analytical ability and effective communication with non-financial stakeholders

Performance Indicators

• Timeliness and accuracy of invoicing and revenue recognition
• Accuracy of financial reconciliations and audit schedules
• Quality and usefulness of Billings Report insights
• Control over debtors and reduction of outstanding balances
• Contribution to efficient month-end close and reporting cycles