Accountant / Bookkeeper

CA Support; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Support in South Africa is seeking a hands-on accounting professional to join our established team. The role focuses on day-to-day processing, accurate invoicing, and maintaining reliable records up to the trial balance.

With at least 6 years in accounting or bookkeeping, you bring attention to detail and a methodical approach. SAIPA or SAICA training is welcome, and a degree or tertiary qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• An accounting degree or relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous.
• Candidates with SAIPA or SAICA training and experience will also be considered.
• Strong practical experience in transaction processing, invoicing and reconciliations.
• Ability to manage accounting records through to trial balance.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• A loyal, dependable and committed attitude.
• A genuine appreciation for accurate, hands-on accounting work.

Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day financial transactions accurately and efficiently
• Manage customer invoicing, supplier invoices and related accounting entries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records
• Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Process general ledger entries and maintain supporting documentation
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with month-end procedures and prepare accounts up to trial balance
• Maintain sound financial administration and internal controls
• Support the finance team with reporting and other accounting-related duties

Skills

Transaction processing

Invoicing

Reconciliations

Attention to detail

Methodical approach

Hands-on accounting

Loyal and dependable

Education

Accounting degree

SAIPA/SAICA training

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process day-to-day financial transactions accurately and efficiently
• Manage customer invoicing, supplier invoices and related accounting entries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records
• Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Process general ledger entries and maintain supporting documentation
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Assist with month-end procedures and prepare accounts up to trial balance
• Maintain sound financial administration and internal controls
• Support the finance team with reporting and other accounting-related duties

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 6 years relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience
• An accounting degree or relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous
• Candidates with SAIPA or SAICA training and experience will also be considered
• Strong practical experience in transaction processing, invoicing and reconciliations
• Ability to manage accounting records through to trial balance
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• A loyal, dependable and committed attitude
• A genuine appreciation for accurate, hands-on accounting work

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Opportunity to join an established and respected employer
• Stable, collaborative and supportive working environment
• A hands-on accounting role suited to someone who takes pride in getting the details right
• Opportunity to become a valued, long-term member of the team