Financial Accountant

Communicate Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Recruitment is seeking a Financial Accountant to take ownership of the full accounting function across multiple investment entities in Stellenbosch. You will manage month-end journals, loan schedules, and annual financial statements, while handling VAT and tax submissions, invoicing, and treasury tasks.

The role requires post-articles experience, strong Excel skills and the ability to coordinate with the CFO and external auditors on strategic financial initiatives.

Qualifications

• Completed articles with approximately 2 years' post-articles experience.
• Exposure to financial accounting, reporting, tax, audits, and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple entities and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with a range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the full accounting function across multiple investment entities.
• Prepare and post month-end journals.
• Maintain loan schedules and align with accounting records and agreements.
• Assist with preparation and review of annual financial statements.
• Review billing reports and ensure invoicing accuracy.
• Manage monthly invoicing processes and annual contract escalations.
• Monitor debtor accounts and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Review rental invoicing and maintain supporting schedules.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns for local and international entities.
• Assist with tax calculations and tax return submissions.
• Prepare audit files and liaise with external auditors.
• Review and approve weekly payments; maintain loan schedules.
• Support Investments Finance Team with financial controls and operational finance needs.
• Partner with CFO and Financial Manager on strategic finance projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Degree + PA(SA)/AGA(SA)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Take ownership of the full accounting function across multiple investment entities
• Prepare and post month-end journals
• Maintain loan schedules and ensure alignment with accounting records and agreements
• Assist with the preparation and review of annual financial statements

Revenue & Debtors Management

• Review billing reports and ensure invoicing accuracy
• Manage monthly invoicing processes and annual contract escalations
• Monitor debtor accounts and follow up on outstanding balancesReview rental invoicing and maintain supporting schedules

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT returns for local and international entities
• Assist with tax calculations and tax return submissions
• Prepare audit files and liaise with external auditors
• Ensure accuracy and compliance across the finance function

Treasury & Financial Control

• Review and approve weekly payments
• Maintain accurate loan schedules and supporting records
• Support the Investments Finance Team with financial controls and operational finance requirements

Business Support

• Partner closely with the CFO and Financial Manager on strategic and operational finance projects
• Contribute to process improvements and finance-related initiatives
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of investment entities and transactions

Skills & Experience

• Completed articles with approximately 2 years' post-articles experience
• Exposure to financial accounting, reporting, tax, audits, and reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple entities and priorities simultaneously
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with a range of stakeholders

Qualification

• Degree + articles PA(SA)/AGA(SA)