Financial Accountant

JVR Software; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software is seeking a qualified accountant with SAIPA/SAICA articles to join our Centurion team. You will handle general ledger, reconciliations, VAT, PAYE and statutory returns, and assist with budgets and audits.

The ideal candidate has a BCom in Accounting, proficiency in Sage, Pastel, Sage VIP or CaseWare, strong Excel, IFRS and tax knowledge, and fluency in Afrikaans and English.

Qualifications

• BCom in Accounting.
• SAIPA/SAICA Articles completed.
• Recently completed articles.

Responsibilities

• Process daily and monthly transactions including journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and review reconciliations for bank, supplier, customer and intercompany accounts.
• Submit VAT, EMP201, provisional tax and other SARS/statutory returns on time.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

IFRS knowledge

Tax law knowledge

Education

BCom in Accounting

Tools

Sage

Pastel

Sage VIP

CaseWare

Job description

• BCom in Accounting.

Minimum applicable experience (years)

• Recently completed articles.

Required nature of experience

• SAIPA/SAICA Articles completed.
• Recently completed articles.

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• General ledger accounting.
• Reconciliations and journal entries.
• VAT, PAYE and statutory returns.
• Assisting with budgets and audits.
• Month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Financial reporting support.

Skills and Knowledge (essential)

• Proficiency in relevant accounting software, such as Sage, Pastel, Sage VIP or CaseWare.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Knowledge of IFRS.
• Knowledge of tax law.

Other

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English.
• Own transport and license.
• Valid passport and willingness to travel.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND OBJECTIVES

Accounting Operations

• Process daily and monthly transactions, including journal entries and maintaining the general ledger.
• Prepare and review bank, supplier, customer and intercompany account reconciliations.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, including acquisitions, disposals and depreciation.
• Manage company assets, including cellphones, laptops, IT infrastructure and printers, as well as maintaining insurance schedules.
• Provide salary and wage information for pension fund submissions and the Salary Administrator.
• Check and verify payroll procedures and related information.

Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT, EMP201, provisional tax and other statutory returns within SARS deadlines.
• Assist with SARS and statutory audits by compiling documentation and responding to queries.
• Keep up to date with legislative changes, tax laws and accounting standards.
• Ensure accounting processes remain compliant with applicable legislation.

Reporting Support

• Assist the Financial Manager with management reports, variance analyses and financial presentations.
• Assist with budget preparation and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare year-end journal entries and assist with audit and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain supporting documentation and accurate audit trails for all accounting entries.

Controls

• Review petty cash captured by the Debtors and Creditors Administrator.
• Obtain supporting information from managers and provide the necessary sign-off.
• Monitor and reconcile the leave management system.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance within internal control processes.

Stocktaking and Farm Visits

• Conduct monthly stocktaking by reviewing stock sheets and testing samples against recorded information.
• Verify the presence of assets to ensure proper asset control.
• Work with each farm’s Administration Officer on ad-hoc corrections and process improvements.
• Conduct bi-annual visits to ZPG (Zambia) for 1–2 days.
• Oversee processes, review reconciliations and financial records, and assess the condition of units during farm visits.

Remuneration Offered

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