Accountant

Kendrick Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious luxury game lodge in Rivonia seeks an experienced Accountant to oversee financial functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering accurate financial reporting. This full-time position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and relevant experience in the hospitality sector. Candidates should possess a tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a full-function accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, payroll, and SARS processes.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily and monthly accounting functions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts.

Skills

Internal Audit

Accounting

General Ledger Accounting

External Audit

Microsoft Excel

Financial Accounting

Financial Analysis

Payroll

Financial Reconciliation

Financial Reporting

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance

Degree or Similar in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary : R45000 per month negotiable depending on experience

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the team at a prestigious luxury game lodge based in Rivonia . The successful candidate will oversee daily and monthly accounting functions ensure compliance with financial regulations and provide accurate and timely financial reporting. This role requires strong attention to detail excellent leadership skills and a deep understanding of financial systems and reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Functions

Follow up on financial and operational emails

Supervise daily activities of Bookkeeper(s)

Oversee daily financial reporting : balances incoming payments transactional activities

Conduct daily bank reconciliations

Post all general ledger journals including wages salaries commissions and general expenses

Monthly Functions

Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts

Submit management accounts and age analysis to shareholders

Verify ledger inputs for VAT and export analysis

Prepare and submit VAT returns via eFiling

Manage VAT verifications when requested by SARS

Oversee creditor checks and reconciliations

Prepare and circulate cash flow projections and actual reports

Report on KPIs and monitor for deviations

Annual Functions

Prepare and maintain asset register including tax values

Reconcile all balance sheet accounts

Prepare annual audit file

Submit biannual and annual EMP501 (PAYE Reconciliation)

Assist in annual budget preparation

Reconcile loan accounts and assist with draft AFS preparation

Human Resources & Compliance

Oversee submission of required HR documentation

Manage and submit biannual provisional tax returns

Arrange Tax Compliance Certificates

Ensure compliance and submission of COIDA returns and payments

Maintain insurance policies and ensure timely renewals

Ad Hoc Duties

Prepare credit applications for suppliers

Support general administrative and financerelated tasks as required

Matric / Grade 12

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance

Proven experience in a fullfunction accounting role preferably in hospitality or related sector

Strong knowledge of VAT payroll and SARS processes

Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Excellent organizational and analytical skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highend hospitality environment that values accuracy integrity and professionalism. If you meet the above requirements and are ready for your next career move apply today by sending your CV to Kendrick Recruitment.

Degree or Similar in Accounting

Key Skills

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

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 45000 - 45000

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