Accountant

Lexdan Select; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Accountant based in Constantia, Cape Town. The role involves managing a multi-entity group's full accounting function, preparing monthly management accounts, and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. Candidates must have a BCom Accounting degree and 3 years of post-article experience. A competitive salary of R35,000 to R40,000 p.m. is offered.

Qualifications

• Essential BCom Accounting or equivalent.
• 3 years post SAIPA/SAICA articles experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function for a multi-entity group.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis.
• Review and reconcile municipal and utility accounts.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure all transactions are captured accurately.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, debtors, and creditors.
• Prepare and submit VAT, tax, and other statutory returns.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Liaise with auditors and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, IFRS standards, and relevant legislation.

Skills

Full accounting function management

Variance analysis

Reconciliation skills

VAT and tax compliance

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

BCom Accounting (or equivalent)

Job description

Lexdan Select is assisting a group of entities in their search for an Accountant, based in Constantia, Cape Town.

Salary: R35 000 to R40 000 p.m.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the full accounting function for a multi-entity group
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis.
• Review and reconcile municipal and utility accounts.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure all transactions are captured accurately.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, debtors, and creditors.
• Prepare and submit VAT, tax, and other statutory returns.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Liaise with auditors, property/hotel managers, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, IFRS standards, and relevant legislation.

Requirements:

• BCom Accounting (or equivalent) essential
• 3 years post SAIPA/SAICA articles experience,