Accountant PA (SA)

Communicate Finance; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Finance is seeking a qualified accountant to join our team in South Africa. The role focuses on monthly management accounts, detailed financial reporting, and year-end processes, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

You will perform reconciliations, manage VAT, maintain fixed asset records, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and support audit activities with external auditors, all while delivering timely insights in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• PA(SA) designation is required.
• BCom Accounting or related degree required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Perform detailed Income Statement and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Process and review accounting journals.
• Prepare annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end reporting processes.
• Oversee VAT reconciliations, submissions and payments.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and supporting schedules.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial reporting

Reconciliations

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Fast-paced

Education

PA(SA) designation

BCom degree

Job description

Job description

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Perform detailed Income Statement and Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Process and review accounting journals
• Prepare annual financial statements
• Manage month-end and year-end reporting processes
• Oversee VAT reconciliations, submissions and payments
• Maintain fixed asset registers and supporting schedules
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience
• Strong financial reporting and reconciliation skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Qualification

• PA(SA) designation (Non-Negotiable)
• BCom Accounting or related degree

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.