Accountant

Core Education; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Education is seeking a qualified Accountant to manage financial records and reporting at their Head Office in Pretoria. The role involves performing month-end procedures, preparing management reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. We seek a detail-oriented individual with a Bcom Accounting degree and three years of experience, preferably within an educational environment.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience as an accountant.
• Experience in a school environment is a plus.
• SAICA Articles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare monthly management reports.
• Perform month-end close procedures and assist with budgeting.
• Support audit preparations and oversight of Finance Administrators.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bcom Accounting degree

Tools

Sage One

Job description

About the Role
The Group is seeking a qualified and passionate Accountant in a permanent position, with the ability to maintain accurate financial records, good communication, supporting all functional business area's in a professional, fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly management reports, including Balance Sheets, Income Statements, and related schedules.
• Perform month-end close procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and monthly budget reporting.
• Identify trends and discrepancies in financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Review and maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation schedules.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and handle e-filing requirements.
• Conduct reviews of supplier reconciliations and authorise payments.
• Reconcile all intercompany transactions and loan accounts.
• Oversee the work and output of Finance Administrators.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with internal controls and accounting regulations.
• Support audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Assist in special projects, process improvements, and ad-hoc financial analysis.

The ideal candidate should have strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. We are looking for someone who possesses:
• Bcom Accounting degree
• Three years accountant experience
• SAICA Articles preferred / advantage
• Experience in a school environment would be advantageous
• Experience in Sage One would be advantageous

Required Skills & Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Position: Core Education Head Office in Pretoria, with travel required to outlying schools.

Reports to: Head of Finance

Employment Type: Full-time