Accounting Specialist

SET Recruitment Consultants; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related salary

Performance-based incentives

Growth and development opportunities

Hybrid working environment

Job summary

SET Recruitment Consultants in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to provide support on financial systems. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, at least 5 years of experience in finance, and advanced Excel skills. This hybrid role involves managing client queries, resolving support tickets, and collaborating with teams to improve workflows. Benefits include a market-related salary, performance incentives, and growth opportunities 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 is 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.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve financial workflows.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Customer support

Finance knowledge

Education

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

Tools

ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics)

Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)

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