Cashbook Accountant

Architectural Services; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cashbook Accountant for their Midrand Head Office. This role involves preparing cashflow updates, bank reconciliations, and assisting with asset verification. The ideal candidate will have a recognized accounting qualification and at least three years of experience in an accounting role. Proficiency in SAP and MS Excel is essential, along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure. Join a dynamic team that values professional growth and offers opportunities for advancement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in accounting is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cashflow updates and monthly reconciliations.
• Assist with asset verification and prepare yearly budgets.

Skills

Accounting qualification

3 years accounting experience

SAP system knowledge

MS Excel proficiency

Numerical accuracy

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Recognised tertiary qualification in accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

A permanent position for a Cashbook Accountant stationed at our Midrand Head Office. The position will report to the Financial Manager.

Key Performance Areas (not Totally Inclusive)

• Prepare weekly and monthly cashflow updates
• Prepare monthly Bank and Balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with asset verification and clearing account
• Load payments onto the electronic banking system
• Payment clearings
• Initiate and prepare all documentation around petty cash, expense claims etc. payments
• Resolving MOS queries from the branches
• Preparing of daily and monthly reporting of stats to managers
• Subcontractor reconciliation and payment
• Assist with preparation of yearly budgets
• Preparing and processing monthly accruals
• Monthly VAT recons
  
  

Skills Required

• A Recognised tertiary qualification in accounting
• Minimum 3 years’ working experience in an accounting role
• Sound working knowledge of the SAP system
• Proficiency in MS Word and especially Excel is essential (VLOOKUP, PIVOT)
• Numerical accuracy and high methodical working methods are required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to liaise professionally with clients and personnel at all levels
• Ability to work without supervision, under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure in order to meet strict deadlines
• Comply to all accounting policies and procedures
  
  

Personality Attributes

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Alertness
• Punctuality
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure
  
  

Core Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to follow instructions accurately
• Attention to detail
  
  

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position.

Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team. Whilst black female candidates will be given priority as per our transformation policy subject to the above criteria.

Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.