ACCOUNTANT / FINANCIAL MANAGER

CA Support; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Support is seeking a detail-oriented and mature accounting professional to manage the full monthly accounting function for a diverse property and fleet portfolio. You will handle month-end, GL, reconciliations, VAT/PAYE, SARS, CIPC compliance, payroll for property companies, and prepare management accounts.

The role requires strong Xero and Excel skills, 10+ years of relevant experience or completed articles, and fluency in Afrikaans and English.

Qualifications

• Full accounting function experience with month-end, GL, reconciliations.
• Experience with Xero and advanced Excel.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• 10+ years of relevant accounting experience acceptable if formal articles are missing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full monthly accounting function, including month-end processing, general ledger, bank reconciliations and trial balance reviews
• Reconcile debtors and creditors and maintain the fixed asset register
• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting financial information for decision-making
• Assist with annual audits and provide the necessary supporting documentation and explanations
• Maintain accurate accounting records, systems and financial controls
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues
• Prepare and submit VAT and PAYE returns and manage SARS correspondence, queries and disputes
• Maintain CIPC compliance, including annual returns and beneficial ownership filings
• Manage the monthly payroll for the property companies
• Oversee the administration of a property portfolio of approximately 41 properties, including tenant invoicing, utility and rates recoupments, tenant liaison and maintenance
• Maintain property records, including leases, tenant movements and inspections
• Supervise the properties assistant and ensure that property-related queries and maintenance matters are dealt with efficiently
• Manage the administration of a fleet of approximately 38 vehicles, including monthly invoicing, licensing, maintenance and cost tracking
• Review vehicle repair and service quotations and monitor fleet records, kilometres, services and inspections
• Assist with the administration of new vehicle purchases
• Perform general accounting and financial duties as required

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Ownership mindset

Mature

Responsible

Fluent in Afrikaans and English

Education

B.Com or equivalent accounting qualification

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the full monthly accounting function, including month-end processing, general ledger, bank reconciliations and trial balance reviews
• Reconcile debtors and creditors and maintain the fixed asset register
• Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting financial information for decision-making
• Assist with annual audits and provide the necessary supporting documentation and explanations
• Maintain accurate accounting records, systems and financial controls
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues
• Prepare and submit VAT and PAYE returns and manage SARS correspondence, queries and disputes
• Maintain CIPC compliance, including annual returns and beneficial ownership filings
• Manage the monthly payroll for the property companies
• Oversee the administration of a property portfolio of approximately 41 properties, including tenant invoicing, utility and rates recoupments, tenant liaison and maintenance
• Maintain property records, including leases, tenant movements and inspections
• Supervise the properties assistant and ensure that property-related queries and maintenance matters are dealt with efficiently
• Manage the administration of a fleet of approximately 38 vehicles, including monthly invoicing, licensing, maintenance and cost tracking
• Review vehicle repair and service quotations and monitor fleet records, kilometres, services and inspections
• Assist with the administration of new vehicle purchases
• Perform general accounting and financial duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• B.Com or equivalent accounting qualification preferred
• Completed articles would be advantageous, or a minimum of 10 years' relevant accounting experience
• Strong practical accounting experience with a sound understanding of the full accounting function
• Experience with Xero
• Strong Excel and general computer literacy
• Fluent in both Afrikaans and English
• Candidates with substantial relevant experience will be considered even where they do not have formal articles or a relevant qualification
• Mature, responsible and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities