Accountant / Bookkeeper

Jix Hobbies; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic retail company in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Accountant / Bookkeeper to manage accounting transactions, prepare financial statements, and ensure tax compliance. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, experience in retail financial operations, and strong knowledge of accounting software. Offers a supportive environment where contributions can significantly impact the company's success.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an accountant or bookkeeper, preferably in the retail industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and MS Excel.
• Ability to work with large volumes of data while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for reporting and team collaboration.
• Solid understanding of tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting transactions and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reports, and records for management's review.
• Conduct regular review and reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable.
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate employee payments.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts for future planning.
• Monitor and improve financial processes and systems for efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain Tax compliance including timely filing of required forms and payments.

Job description

Jix Hobbies is a dynamic and exciting retail company dedicated to providing enthusiasts with a wide range of hobbies and craft supplies. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant / Bookkeeper to join our growing team. This role is critical to the financial health of our organization as you will be responsible for maintaining our financial records, ensuring accuracy in our financial reporting, and managing our overall financial processes. The ideal candidate will be familiar with retail financial operations and possess a strong understanding of accounting principles. In this position, you will work closely with other team members to support various financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with tax regulations and financial reporting standards, contributing to our company's continued success and growth. If you have a passion for numbers and a commitment to excellence in financial management, Jix Hobbies offers a supportive and fruitful environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting transactions and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reports, and records for management's review.
• Conduct regular review and reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable.
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate employee payments.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts for future planning.
• Monitor and improve financial processes and systems for efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain Tax compliance including timely filing of required forms and payments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an accountant or bookkeeper, preferably in the retail industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and MS Excel.
• Ability to work with large volumes of data while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for reporting and team collaboration.
• Solid understanding of tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off