Accountant

Ferva; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in South Africa seeks an experienced Accountant to ensure financial integrity and compliance. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, tax compliance with SARS, and assisting with month-end close procedures. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 5 years of experience are required, along with proficiency in accounting software. This position offers a competitive financial package.

Benefits

Competitive financial package

Compelling rewards

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in accounting or bookkeeping role.
• Proven experience managing full accounting cycle.
• Strong understanding of tax compliance with SARS.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor supplier invoices and customer payments.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and cash book entries.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns to SARS.
• Assist with month-end close procedures.

Skills

Accounts payable management

Accounts receivable management

General ledger maintenance

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Accounting software proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Syspro

Job description

About the job Accountant

Role Overview

The purpose of this role is to provide financial clarity, control, and insight that supports sound business decision-making at Real IPM. The Accountant ensures financial integrity and compliance while acting as a trusted partner to management. By maintaining accurate records and financial processes, the Accountant enables the business to operate with agility, transparency, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable and Receivable Management

• Accurately process and monitor supplier invoices and customer payments.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts, manage credit terms, and follow up on outstanding balances to support healthy cash flow.

General Ledger and Cash Book Oversight

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and daily cash book entries.
• Ensure transactions are correctly recorded and aligned with internal accounting policies.

Fixed Asset Register Maintenance

• Track the acquisition, movement, and disposal of fixed assets.
• Update depreciation schedules and ensure accurate asset reporting in line with accounting standards.

Tax Compliance and SARS Submissions

• Prepare and submit VAT returns and other required tax documentation to SARS.
• Ensure accurate calculations, timely filings, and compliance with local tax legislation.

Month-End Close and Financial Reporting

• Assist with month-end procedures, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

Team Oversight

• Review financial work prepared by other team members for accuracy and completeness.

• Provide support and informal guidance where necessary.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Work closely with operations, procurement, and senior management to align financial processes with business activities and provide insights into cost tracking and budget performance.

Audit and Record Management

• Ensure financial records are complete, organised, and audit-ready.
• Assist with internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and addressing queries.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is essential.

• Professional registration or affiliation with SAIPA or SAICA is advantageous and will be considered a strong asset.

• A minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role.

• Proven experience managing the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and fixed asset tracking.

• Demonstrated ability to contribute to and support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit-ready reports.

• Proficiency in using one or more accounting software systems is essential; previous experience with Syspro is a distinct advantage.

• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, and tax compliance (specifically with SARS).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.

A competitive financial package and compelling rewards

A competitive financial package and compelling rewards