Financial Accountant

Daisysolutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced accountant to handle General Ledger entries, VAT submissions, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Pastel and BPO software, and exceptional Excel skills. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure, particularly during month-end periods. Competitive salary and incentives for overtime are provided.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle pressure essential.

Responsibilities

• Processing General Ledger entries and reconciling cashbooks.
• Performing monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Conducting weekly cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Accounting experience

Proficiency in accounting software

Advanced MS Excel skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Integrity and confidentiality

Team collaboration

Tools

Pastel

BPO

Job description

Responsibilities

• Processing General Ledger entries and reconciling cashbooks
• Performing monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Maintaining the Fixed Assets Register
• Preparing, reconciling, and submitting VAT returns and payments
• Conducting weekly cash flow forecasting
• Analysing expenses and financial data
• Preparing and analysing management reports
• Assisting the Finance Director (FD) and Finance Manager (FM) as needed

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience
• Proficiency in accounting software (Pastel and BPO) and advanced MS Excel skills
• Prior experience with commission calculations
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Excellent analytical skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Deadline-driven with the ability to handle pressure
• Willingness to work overtime during month-end