Accountant - Financial Reporting & Controls (Milnerton)

West Coast Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Personnel in Milnerton, Western Cape, seeks a detail-oriented Accountant to manage core financial accounting functions, ensure statutory compliance, and support timely financial reporting in a fast-paced business. The role covers end-to-end accounting, including reconciliations, reporting, and financial controls, with a strong focus on accuracy under pressure.

3–5 years' experience and a BCom in Financial Accounting are required, with exposure to major ERP systems.

Qualifications

• BCom Degree in Financial Accounting required.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with full-function/financial accounting roles.
• Experience with month-end and year-end processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Process journals, accruals, and assist with financial statements.
• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Perform bank, cashbook, supplier, debtor, and GL reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure VAT, tax, and internal controls compliance.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring.
• Support external audit processes and reporting improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on planning and reporting.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Professionalism

Education

BCom Degree in Financial Accounting

Tools

Sage Pastel

Sage Evolution

SAP

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

West Coast Personnel in Milnerton, Western Cape, seeks a detail-oriented Accountant to manage core financial accounting functions, ensure statutory compliance, and support timely financial reporting in a fast-paced business. The role covers end-to-end accounting, including reconciliations, reporting, and financial controls, with a strong focus on accuracy under pressure.

3–5 years' experience and a BCom in Financial Accounting are required, with exposure to major ERP systems.