Accountant

hearX; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking an Accountant to manage full accounting functions, including month-end reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a B.Com degree and relevant experience in bookkeeping and financial reporting. The role offers a blend of in-office and remote work, fostering a flexible environment. If you are detail-oriented and have a strong grasp of accounting principles, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 1 year post articles or 3 years experience without articles.
• Full bookkeeping experience up to trial balance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for full accounting function up to trial balance.
• Manage month-end reporting and statutory compliance.
• Coordinate with sales for invoice queries.

Skills

Accounting Software

Microsoft Excel

Financial accounting principles

Regulatory compliance

Audit processes

Education

B.Com Accounting Degree

Honours Degree in Accounting

Tools

Pastel

Xero

Job description

Pretoria - 2 days work-from-home in line with Company Policy (only applicable after probation is successfully passed).

Responsible for the full accounting function up to trial balance, supporting the Financial Manager with month-end procedures, year-end, and statutory requirements.

Minimum education (essential):

B.Com Accounting Degree or related Financial Degree

Minimum education (desirable):

Honours Degree in Accounting

Minimum applicable experience (years):

• 1 year post articles
• 3 years (without articles)

Required nature of experience:

• Commercial experience
• Full bookkeeping experience up to trial balance (including debtors management, creditors/supplier management, general ledger)
• Inventory Management
• Statutory compliance
• Financial accounting
• Financial reporting
• Beneficial if articles were completed at an accounting firm

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Accounting Software (e.g., Pastel / Xero)
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial accounting principles
• Regulatory compliance
• Audit processes

Bank Management (15%)

• Process, reconcile, allocate, and capture cash transactions and cash equivalents.
• Communicate payments to relevant departments.
• Upload all relevant electronic documents to the accounting system.
• Liaise with banks continuously.
• Load payments on various banks.
• Reconcile credit card transactions and upload supporting documentation on Xero.

Month End Reporting (45%)

• Reconcile and review monthly journals with supporting documents.
• Reconcile intercompany invoicing and reconciliations.
• Reconcile all ledgers (supplier, debtors, general ledger).
• Reconcile VAT reports.
• Assist with statutory reports and payroll processing.
• Prepare and reconcile profit and loss/income statements and balance sheets.
• Manage age analysis for creditors and debtors monthly.
• Provide reports to management monthly and assist with annual reporting and audits.

Cash Management (5%)

• Manage credit cards and forex payments.

Customers (Debtors) Management (10%)

• Coordinate with sales for invoice queries and manage debt collection.
• Issue credit notes and ensure proper documentation.

Suppliers (Creditors) Management (10%)

• Ensure accurate payment allocation and monthly reconciliations.
• Manage supplier information and communication.

Inventory Management (5%)

• Monitor inventory stock takes and reconcile stock monthly.

Accounting Administration (5%)

• Update fixed asset register, conduct audits, and ensure statutory compliance.

QMS (5%)

• Adhere to QMS guidelines and maintain relevant documentation.

This job description is subject to change based on business needs. Employees will be consulted on any modifications. Performance reviews will be based on agreed objectives. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.