Senior Accountant

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Accountant in East London, South Africa. The successful candidate will manage financial records, ensure regulatory compliance, and support business operations.

The role requires a degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 5-10 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the property management sector. Knowledge of VAT and PAYE is essential, and proficiency in Xero is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years' accounting experience.
• Property Management or Rental industry experience (advantageous).
• Experience processing accounts to Trial Balance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate financial records.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Provide financial information to support the business.
• Process and maintain accounting records up to trial balance using Xero.

Skills

Strong reconciliation skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of VAT and PAYE

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Xero

Financial systems

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking an Accountant to join their team. The successful incumbent will be responsible for managing and maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and providing financial information to support the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate financial records
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Provide financial information to support the business
• Process new tenancy agreements including deposits and rental collections
• Maintain deposit registers and administer refund processes
• Prepare and load payment batches for approval and release
• Manage monthly rental collections and fee processing
• Facilitate timely release of rental payments to landlords
• Prepare and submit VAT and PAYE returns
• Manage VAT audits and assessments
• Complete EMP501 reconciliations and statutory submissions
• Process and maintain accounting records up to trial balance using Xero
• Perform cashbook and petty cash reconciliations
• Prepare and post general ledger journals
• Maintain fixed asset registers and calculate depreciation
• Manage and reconcile loan accounts
• Review income statements and balance sheets
• Process monthly payroll and generate employee payslips
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders
• Maintain employee leave records
• Prepare employment offers, contracts, and onboarding documents

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years' accounting experience.
• Property Management or Rental industry experience (advantageous)
• Experience processing accounts to Trial Balance.
• Strong reconciliation and journal processing skills.
• Knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and EMP501 submissions.
• Proficiency in Xero or similar financial systems
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.