Accountant / Assistant Financial Manager

Pro Tem Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency in Pretoria is seeking an experienced accountant to manage financial records and compliance with South African tax laws. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in accounting, with at least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Pastel/Sage is essential. This position requires excellent financial skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience in accounting.
• Matric is essential.
• Degree or Qualification in Accounting is non-negotiable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers.
• Record journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and process invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Calculate and file VAT returns.
• Assist with Cashflow Reporting.

Skills

Excellent Financial Skills

Proficient organizing and time management skills

Deadline orientated with composure to work under pressure

Good verbal and written communication skills

Honest and reliable

Punctual, Accurate and Strong attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or Qualification in Accounting

Matric

Tools

Microsoft Office - Excel (Advanced)

Pastel / Sage (Evolution)

Job description

Overview

Summary : Position info

Duties

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers
• Record journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Prepare and process invoices, receipts, and payments
• Manage accounts payable (suppliers) and accounts receivable (customers)
• Track fixed assets, depreciation, and amortisation schedules
• Maintain petty cash and reconcile bank accounts
• General Administrative Duties – accounting related
• Draft letters to banks, auditors, and suppliers
• Manage business registrations, renewals, and CIPC compliance
• Maintain proper filing and archiving of financial documentation
• Calculate and file VAT returns (e.g., SARS VAT201 in South Africa)
• Prepare and submit PAYE, UIF, and SDL returns
• Prepare the Income Tax calculations and submit on SARS
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, financial regulations, and accounting standards
• Liaise with SARS during audits or queries
• Assist with Cashflow Reporting
• Assist in the yearly audit by our external auditors

Qualifications

• Matric Essential
• 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience
• Computer Skills (Microsoft Office-Excel [Advanced], Word, Outlook)
• Pastel / Sage (Evolution) (2-year recent experience)
• Degree or Qualification in Accounting [non-negotiable]
• SKILLS
• Excellent Financial Skills (Back Office)
• Proficient organizing and time management skills
• Deadline orientated with composure to work under pressure
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Honest and reliable
• Punctual, Accurate and Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills (with customers, suppliers and team members)