Accountant

University Of Fort Hare; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established concern in Stellenbosch is looking for an experienced Accountant. The role requires a BComm in Accounting or similar and 3–5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position favors candidates with SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA articles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in finance/accounting.
• Strong knowledge of cost and inventory accounting, as well as currency transactions.

Responsibilities

• Record-keeping and reconciliation of all transactions.
• Preparing profit and loss statements.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Accounting qualification with SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA articles

Strong knowledge of cost and inventory accounting

Experience in finance/accounting

Education

BComm (Accounting, Finance or similar)

Honours degree will be advantageous

Job description

My client, a well established concern based in Stellenbosch is seeking to employ an Accountant.

The successful candidate will have a BComm (Accounting, Finance or similar) and a minimum of 3–5 years relevant experience.

CIMA / SAIPA / SAICA articles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record-keeping and reconciliation of all transactions
• Monitoring of cost of sales
• Managing inventory movement and valuation
• Preparing profit and loss statements
• Processing contracts and invoices
• Monitoring delivery volumes, quality and price adjustments
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers
• Record-keeping of sales, currency differences and shipping costs
• Collaborating with logistics and operations teams
• Preparation of monthly reports and variance analysis
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Preparation for audits and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Maintenance and optimization of ERP systems
• Develop and document internal controls and procedures

Requirements

• Accounting qualification with SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA articles
• Honours degree will be advantageous
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in finance/accounting
• Strong knowledge of cost and inventory accounting, as well as currency transactions