Accountant

Talent Genie; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services client in South Africa is seeking an Accountant to manage financial recordkeeping, processing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting and cash flow management. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, applicable professional registration is a plus, and 2-5 years of relevant experience is required. Proficiency in accounting software is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional registration (e.g., SAIPA/SAICA) advantageous.
• 2-5 years accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel, Xero, QuickBooks).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the general ledger.
• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations.

Skills

Maintaining general ledger

Processing journal entries

Reconciliation skills

Financial reporting

Compliance with accounting standards

Cash flow management

Payroll input verification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional registration (e.g., SAIPA/SAICA)

Tools

Sage

Pastel

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Reference: D 2610 EG ACC

Salary: ZAR/month

Job Location: South Africa -- Tshwane Metro -- Pretoria

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 26 January 2026

Closing date: 13 Feb 2026 08:01

Our client within the financial sector requires the duties of an accountant. Your:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Recordkeeping

• Maintain and update the general ledger.
• Process journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
• Ensure accurate and complete financial data capture.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare customer invoices and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Maintain accurate ageing reports for both AP and AR.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Assist with management accounts and variance analysis.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Compile audit schedules and assist auditors during annual audits.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.
• Support tax submissions (VAT, PAYE, income tax) with accurate data.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Cash Flow & Banking

• Perform daily bank reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Process and record banking transactions.

Payroll Support (If Applicable)

• Prepare payroll inputs and verify accuracy.
• Reconcile payroll-related accounts.
• Ensure statutory deductions are correctly calculated and submitted.

Operational Support

• Provide financial insights to support business decisions.
• Assist department managers with budget tracking.
• Participate in process improvements to enhance financial efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience (Optional Section)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional registration (e.g., SAIPA/SAICA) advantageous.
• 2-5 years accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel, Xero, QuickBooks).