Accountant Assistant

CFW Industries Pty Ltd; Parow; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in South Africa is seeking an experienced Accountant Assistant to support financial operations. This role encompasses a variety of tasks including ledger maintenance, VAT submissions, and preparing management accounts. Candidates should possess a Matric qualification and ideally a diploma or degree in Accounting or Finance, alongside strong analytical and numerical skills. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for personal growth and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Market related salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role with a strong understanding of financial reporting and analysis.
• Experience with Sage X3 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain fixed asset ledger.
• Prepare stock and WIP calculations.
• Assist with preparation of BBBEE information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Good communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Stress tolerance

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma, certificate or degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage X3

Excel

Job description

CFW Industries (Pty) Ltd holds a respected market position in Southern Africa, specialising in designing, manufacturing, and distributing high performance fans for the industrial, mining, power generation, marine, and HVAC sectors.

With roots dating back to 1966 under the name Continental Fan Works, our decades of experience have earned us a strong reputation as a preferred supplier to major corporations across the region. Today, CFW fans are proudly used in industrial applications around the globe.

The Company Employs a Diverse Workforce With a Strong Skill Set In Engineering, We Are Seeking An Experienced Accountant Assistant That Can Assist The CFW Group Of Companies With The Following Tasks

• Manage and maintain fixed asset ledger.
• Submission of VAT/PAYE returns.
• Bank, credit cards and petty cash processing and reconciliation
• Reviewing of bank reconciliations
• Preparation of management accounts.
• Balance sheet reconciliations.
• Payments & cash flow forecasts.
• Journal entries.
• Intercompany charges calculations and co-ordination of invoicing
• Review and assist with monthly creditors and debtors reporting
• Review intercompany invoicing
• Prepare stock and WIP calculations
• Prepare schedules for external audit and assist with audit queries
• Review and prepare property investment companies for audit
• Assist with preparation of BBBEE information
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis
• Assist in training and mentoring staff
  
  

Qualifications And Experience Required

• Matric (Grade 12)
• A diploma, certificate or degree in Accounting or Finance
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role with a strong understanding of financial reporting and analysis
• Experience on Sage X3 is advantageous
  
  

Attributes Required For Position

• Attention to detail
• Numerical accuracy
• Good communication skills
• Time management
• Problem-solving skills
• Stress tolerance
• Coordination and proactive identification of needs/issues
• Honesty, integrity and reliability
• Good working knowledge of Excel
  
  

What Working For Us Will Be Like

• You will be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture
• You will work alongside a diverse group of professionals
• You will enjoy continuous opportunities for personal growth and career advancement
• You will receive a competitive, market related salary and benefits package
• You will experience a flexible and balanced work environment
• Your standard working hours will 08:00 to 17:00, Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 to 16:00 on Fridays—with the option to leave at 15:00 if work is completed