Accountant

Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented accountant with a strong grasp of accounting principles and practices. This role involves maintaining accurate trial balances, processing journal entries, and preparing management accounts. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience and be proficient in Sage Accounting software and Excel. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to financial projects and the overall success of the organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about finance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Mindful of accounting principles with 3+ years of experience.
• Proficient in Sage Accounting and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trial balances and process journal entries accurately.
• Assist with budget preparation and audit document preparation.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Relevant Work Experience (3+ years)

Tools

Sage Accounting Software

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate trial balances and process journal entries and general ledger transactions, including reconciliations.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and manage the fixed asset register.
• Prepare and load payments for release.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and audit document preparation.
• Support the preparation of management accounts, including detailed analysis of actual results vs. budget / forecast.
• Provide ad-hoc support to the Director with financial projects and other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Sage Accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Highly organized, efficient, and accurate with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable transport and ability to commute.