Financial Accountant

Pillangó Placements; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An international tech company based in Pretoria is looking for a Financial Accountant to manage transactions, oversee cash flow, and prepare reports. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in accounting, strong knowledge of regulations, and proficiency in accounting software. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required along with a professional designation advantageous. Competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Fun environment

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years work experience as an Accountant.
• Advanced MS Excel skills including lookups and pivot tables.
• Great communicator who is well-organised.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process all accounting transactions.
• Oversee and report on monthly cashflow and management accounts.

Skills

Accounting regulations and procedures

Accounting software (SAGE, QuickBooks)

MS Excel (lookups, pivot tables)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Professional designation (CA(SA) or CGMA)

Job description

Are you a Financial Accountant who brings clarity, precision, and a bit of personality to the world of accounting? If you have a knack for turning complex financial data into clear, actionable insights, join an innovative international tech company based in Pretoria East (Boschkop area) and contribute to a collaborative and results-driven team.

The proposed salary for the role is around R55k - R60k per month, but the option remains with the client to offer any market related salary considering the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting

• Manage and process all accounting transactions, including cashbook, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and tax requirements through accurate reconciliations and timely month-end closures.
• Compile and submit payroll for review, maintain up-to-date leave records, and follow up on outstanding accounts to ensure accurate and timely supplier and customer payments.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Oversee and report on monthly cashflow, prepare and present management accounts, annual budgets, and tax submissions, while supporting auditors with financial statements and compliance matters.
• Ensure accurate reporting, timely completion of timesheets, and adherence to company policies, with added value in foreign currency and insurance policy reviews.

REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS

• Minimum 5 years work experience as an Accountant.
• Good working knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Hands-on experience with accounting software like SAGE and QuickBooks.
• Advanced MS Excel skills including lookups and pivot tables.
• Above-average math and analytical skills.
• Display a high level of attention to detail.
• Great communicator who is well-organised.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Professional designation such as CA(SA) or CGMA is highly advantageous.
• Fun loving with a sense of humour.
• Loves coffee! (Advantageous)