Accounting Specialist

SET Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related salary

Performance-based incentives

Growth and development opportunities

Hybrid working environment

Job summary

SET Consulting is looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist in Johannesburg. This hybrid role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will manage client financial queries, resolve support tickets, perform reconciliations, and ensure smooth financial operations. The position offers market-related salary, performance incentives, and opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in a finance or accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of general ledger, AP/AR, trial balance, month-end processes.
• Experience in a helpdesk/support environment will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for client financial and system-related queries.
• Manage and resolve accounting-related support tickets.
• Perform reconciliations and investigate financial variances.
• Analyse and resolve complex financial discrepancies.

Skills

Finance systems support

Problem-solving

Client support

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Dynamics

Advanced Excel

Job description

Accounting Specialist / Finance Systems Support

Location: Boksburg (Hybrid)

Industry: Travel and Tourism industry

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist with a strong finance background and a passion for systems, problem‑solving, and client support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of accounting and technology, providing support on financial systems and ensuring smooth operational processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for client financial and system‑related queries
• Manage and resolve accounting‑related support tickets (email, phone, system)
• Perform reconciliations and investigate financial variances
• Analyse and resolve complex financial discrepancies
• Escalate technical or system‑related issues where required
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial workflows
• Identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements
• Provide clear and effective communication to clients
• Assist with projects and system‑related initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• At least 5 years’ experience in a finance or accounting environment
• Strong understanding of general ledger, AP/AR, trial balance, month‑end processes
• ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, etc.)
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)
• Experience in a helpdesk / support environment will be advantageous
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

What We’re Looking For

• A detail‑oriented individual with a strong systems mindset
• Ability to explain financial concepts to non‑finance users
• Someone proactive, organised, and client‑focused
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Benefits

• Market‑related salary
• Performance‑based incentives
• Growth and development opportunities
• Hybrid working environment