ACCOUNTANT (NQ SAIPA) - R40k pm plus Benefits - Southern Suburbs, Cpt

DO MORE Placements; Cape Town; Sur place; ZAR 268 000 - 446 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

DO MORE Placements in Cape Town seeks an Accountant (NQ SAIPA) to join the Southern Suburbs team. You will manage monthly reconciliations, debtors, VAT, income tax and ad valorem tax submissions, and assist with the external audit.

The role offers broad exposure across accounting, reporting, taxation and cross-functional finance, with ownership of key processes and collaboration with HR and other departments.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary qualification in accounting or finance.
• Completed SAIPA/SAICA articles beneficial.
• Experience with VAT and taxation submissions.
• Proven ability to prepare balance sheet reconciliations.

Responsabilités

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Manage debtors function, receipts, reconciliations and follow-ups.
• Assist with annual external audit and audit schedules.
• Calculate and submit VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax returns.
• Collaborate with HR on finance-related matters and incentives.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Numerical accuracy

Deadline oriented

Communication with stakeholders

Formation

BCom in Accounting

SAIPA/SAICA articles beneficial

Outils

NetSuite

ERP systems

Description du poste

ACCOUNTANT (NQ SAIPA) - R40k pm plus Benefits - Southern Suburbs, Cpt

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 09/04/2026

ACCOUNTANT (NQ SAIPA) - R40k pm plus Benefits - Southern Suburbs, Cpt

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a reputable and established organisation.
  
• Gain broad exposure to accounting, reporting, taxation, debtors and cross-functional finance responsibilities.
  
• Take ownership of important financial processes within a busy commercial environment.
  
• Work closely with several departments and contribute beyond the traditional accounting function.
  
• Build valuable experience within a stable business that offers a varied and responsible position.
  

Key Responsibilities

Accounting and Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve reconciling items.
• Produce accurate monthly management reports within the required deadlines.
• Manage and update the fixed asset register, including asset additions, disposals and other adjustments.

Accounts Receivable

• Take responsibility for the complete debtors function.
• Capture and allocate payments received from customers.
• Reconcile customer accounts and address any discrepancies or outstanding queries.
• Monitor debtor balances and follow up on overdue amounts to support effective collections.

Annual Audit Assistance

• Support the preparation and coordination of the annual external audit.
• Compile audit schedules and provide the relevant supporting documents requested by the auditors.
• Assist in resolving audit queries to ensure the process is completed efficiently.

Taxation and Regulatory Requirements

• Calculate, prepare and submit VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax returns.
• Monitor statutory deadlines and ensure that all relevant tax obligations are met.
• Contribute to tax planning activities and other tax-related finance projects.

Financial Support to Human Resources

• Work closely with the HR team on matters requiring financial input.
• Support leave-related administration, calculations and reconciliations.
• Accurately calculate staff incentives and commission payments.

Requirements

• A recognised tertiary qualification in accounting, finance or a closely related discipline, such as a BCom in Accounting or an equivalent qualification.
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles will be beneficial.
• At least four years’ relevant experience in an accounting role, ideally gained within the retail, wholesale, importing or distribution sector.
• Practical knowledge of VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax legislation and submissions.
• Proven experience managing debtors and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Previous exposure to NetSuite or a comparable accounting or ERP system.
• High levels of accuracy, with well-developed numerical and analytical skills.
• The ability to work with limited supervision, manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to engage with stakeholders across different departments.
  

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a reputable and established organisation.
• Gain broad exposure to accounting, reporting, taxation, debtors and cross-functional finance responsibilities.
• Take ownership of important financial processes within a busy commercial environment.
• Work closely with several departments and contribute beyond the traditional accounting function.
• Build valuable experience within a stable business that offers a varied and responsible position.