Financial Accountant

Hlabahlosile Trading Projects; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company seeks a detail-driven Financial Accountant to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of accounting experience with strong leadership skills and proficiency in financial systems like SAGE Evolution. Responsibilities include month-end reporting, compliance, banking management, and team oversight. This role requires fluency in English and Afrikaans and offers a dynamic work environment in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Accounting.
• 3+ years in a dedicated Accounting role.
• Retail industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, journals, balance sheet reconciliations, sales & inventory analysis.
• Ensure VAT, PAYE, and Income Tax compliance.
• Manage banking processes, monthly cashflow forecasts, and reporting.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable processes and team management.
• Prepare for external audits and draft financial statements.
• Conduct recruitment and employee management tasks.
• Perform ad-hoc duties related to store performance and budget support.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Afrikaans

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

High attention to detail

Time management

Education

Grade 12 + tertiary qualification in Accounting / Financial Sciences

SAIPA, SAICA, or CIMA accreditation

Tools

SAGE Evolution

Meat Matrix

Advanced Excel

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

Financial Accountant – FMCG / Retail – Location: Gauteng, Irene

Overview

We’re looking for a detail-driven Financial Accountant with a passion for the retail sector. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and insightful reporting. If you’re analytical, deadline-driven, and thrive in a fast-paced environment—this one’s for you.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 + tertiary qualification in Accounting / Financial Sciences
• SAIPA, SAICA, or CIMA accreditation

Experience

• 5+ years in Accounting
• 3+ years in a dedicated Accounting role
• Retail industry experience is a plus

Knowledge & Tools

• Proficient in financial systems (SAGE Evolution, Meat Matrix advantageous)
• Strong Excel skills (Advanced level)
• Microsoft 365 Suite

Skills

• Fluent in English & Afrikaans
• Excellent communication, analytical and leadership skills
• High attention to detail and time management
• Able to work independently and under pressure

Key Responsibilities

• Month-End & Reporting: Financial statements, journals, balance sheet reconciliations, sales & inventory analysis
• SARS Compliance: VAT, PAYE, Income Tax
• Banking & Cashflow: FNB & SAGE payments, monthly forecasts, cashflow reporting
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Oversee processes, ageing reports, team management, and query resolution
• Audits: Prepare for external audits, financial statement drafting
• Employee Management: Recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training & development
• Ad-Hoc Duties: Store performance reports, ROI analysis, budget support, POS & system implementation, retail audits