Accountant

Sagen Advisory; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Sagen Advisory is seeking an ambitious finance professional to join its finance function in Paarl. The role requires a minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping, accounting and finance experience, with preference for SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA articles and strong Xero proficiency. Candidates qualified by experience will also be considered.

The successful candidate will prepare monthly management accounts, manage payroll and VAT, reconcile ledgers, and ensure accurate financial reporting in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in bookkeeping, accounting and finance.
• Degree, diploma or certificate in accounting preferred; SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA articles a definite plus.
• Candidates qualified by experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and reporting.
• Monthly bookkeeping and recording of financial transactions in accounting software.
• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts for accuracy.
• Prepare VAT, PAYE and SARS compliance on a monthly basis.
• Prepare debtors and creditors reconciliations and assist in payroll.
• Manage petty cash and fixed asset register; assist with annual statements.

Skills

Accounts payable

Bookkeeping

Payroll understanding

Education

Degree/Diploma/Certificate in accounting

Tools

Xero

Job description

An established group of companies is seeking to employ an ambitious and adept finance professional to join their finance function. This fast-expanding business offers a comprehensive range of outdoor products and related accessories and delivers trusted brands and expert advice.

A person with a strong sense of adventure and love of the outdoors will be a good fit. We are looking for a strong finance resource, with a minimum of 3 years' bookkeeping, accounting, and finance experience. A degree, diploma or certificate in accounting is preferred, along with completed/part-completed SAIPA, SAICA, or CIMA articles, which will be a definite positive. Candidates qualified by experience will also be considered.

Experience working with Xero and strong accounts payable experience will be placed at a premium.

This is a great opportunity to join a business on a steep growth curve, adding value, building a career, and gain experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts and reporting.
• Monthly bookkeeping, ensuring capture of all financial transactions (sales, purchases, receipts, payments) in accounting software.
• Ensure transactions are supported by the appropriate documentation and are captured accurately and timeously.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare accounting work relating to compilations of annual financial statements.
• Writing up more complex accounting records of clients.
• Responsible for calculating VAT, PAYE and other necessary SARS requirements on a monthly basis.
• Prepare Debtors and Creditors reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Payroll and other monthly reviews.
• Adherence to relevant laws and regulations by staying up-to-date with legislation.
• Petty Cash management.
• Maintain fixed asset register.
• Responsible for review of invoicing and payments.
• Perform ad hoc duties and tasks.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree, diploma or certificate in accounting or similar.
• Completed / Part-completed articles - SAIPA, SAICA or CIMA.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in finance, accounting, or assurance.
• Xero Experience.
• Strong accounts payable, expenses and creditor recon experience.

Remuneration:

• R300,000 - R360,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience.