Corporate Accountant (Johannesburg)

AtripleA; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Corporate Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts receivable and bank maintenance. The ideal candidate should hold a BComm in Accounting and have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, along with proficiency in GAAP and accounting processes. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in GAAP and accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly accounts to trial balance.
• Maintain & control general ledger structure/accounts codes.
• Assistance with month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Review of supplier banking details against documentation.
• Preparation of monthly VAT and Customs reconciliations.

Skills

GAAP

Accounting processes

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

BComm (Accounting)

Tools

BuildSmart

Finnivo

Job description

Job Title

Corporate Accountant (Johannesburg)

Responsible for day-to-day accounting operations & maintenance, including functional responsibility for accounts receivable and bank with assistance from the Junior Accountant and Cashbook & Admin Clerk

Key Performance Areas

• Trial Balance: Responsible for monthly accounts to trial balance; preparation of monthly standard and non-standard journals requisitions for approval and relevant processing; responsible for preparation of leases transactions and monthly accounting; responsible for the consolidation of fixed assets register and transactions for Corporate; responsible for the consolidation of the inventory balances' supporting documentation
• General Ledger: Maintain & control general ledger structure/ accounts codes and mapping; maintain the general ledger and review of monthly general ledger/ balance sheet account reconciliations; responsible for consolidation/ maintenance of all underclaims, overclaims and advance payments balances
• Reporting: Assistance with month-end process according to the defined activities and deadlines; assistance with year-end process according to the defined activities and deadlines; assistance with month-end and year-end financial & management reporting
• Cash and Payments: Review of supplier banking details against the supporting documentation/ system and against the banking upload file; cash-flow forecasting: submission, tracking and analysis of Overheads and Actual bank balances & all cash transactions
• Compliance: Preparation of monthly VAT and Customs reconciliations and submissions
• Invoicing & Debtors: Responsible for invoicing i.e. invoicing on time and accurately in line with contractual agreements; responsible for debtors' management: handle debtor invoices, queries, statements, and credit control; weekly distribution & evaluation of the debtors age schedule with relevant updated comments/ action points
• Inter-Companies: Responsible for completeness & accuracy of all inter-company transactions, balances and relevant consolidation elimination journals i.e. tracking, invoices, statements, payments and collections
• Overheads: Responsible for monthly corporate/ head-office overheads: reporting, review and analysis vs. budget
• Budgets: Assistance in the annual budget and quarterly forecasts process in relation to submission of the corporate Overheads information
• Audit: Assistance in provision of relevant information/ documentation for the purposes of the annual statutory audit & financial statements
• Governance, Policies, Internal Processes/ Controls: Assistance with financial systems and processes & controls codification and implementation; Compliance with accounting policies

Qualifications

• BComm (Accounting)

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in GAAP and accounting processes, controls and procedures
• Working knowledge of BuildSmart
• Understanding of Finnivo

Behavioural Competencies

• Deadlines driven
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines

Application

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Posted 2025-09-25