Financial Accountant (Immediate)

Salix Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity and investment holding company in Johannesburg is seeking an Immediate Financial Accountant. This role involves managing key accounting tasks such as month-end processing, compliance, and stakeholder management. The ideal candidate will have a BCom degree, at least 2 years of experience, and strong analytical skills. You will work in a dynamic and values-driven environment where your contributions are significant.

Qualifications

• Completed external audit articles.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS / IAS.

Responsibilities

• Manage creditors and debtors from invoices to collections.
• Handle month-end processing and reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT reconciliations and liaise with SARS.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

BCom (Accounting) degree

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

Sage Pastel

Sage One

MS Office

Excel

Job description

SUMMARY :

Our client is looking for a detail-driven and hands-on Immediate Financial Accountant to join their dynamic team.

POSITION INFO :

A private equity and investment holding company based in Johannesburg, South Africa, founded in 2003. The company has strong leadership, a broad investment mandate across industrial, educational, software, and infrastructure sectors, and a commitment to social impact. It is known for its financial acumen and role in promoting black economic empowerment.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of key accounting functions — from month-end close and general ledger integrity to compliance, reporting, and stakeholder management. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a small, collaborative environment and enjoys hands-on work.

Our client is a values-driven business where your contribution will be visible and meaningful. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, broaden your skills across multiple finance functions, and be part of a supportive, close-knit team.

Duties :

• Manage creditors and debtors — from processing invoices to reconciliations and collections.
• Oversee payments, ensuring accuracy, VAT compliance, and adherence to payment policies.
• Handle month-end processing, reconciliations, accruals, management accounts, and IFRS-compliant reporting.
• Prepare VAT reconciliations, provisional tax submissions, and liaise with SARS and consultants on compliance matters.
• Support payroll administration, FSCA compliance processes, and external audit requirements.
• Maintain strong financial controls, accurate records, and effective stakeholder relationships.

Job Experience & Skills Required :

Qualifications :

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom (Accounting) degree

Experience :

• Completed external audit articles.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience with Sage Pastel / Sage One and solid IFRS / IAS knowledge.
• Tax knowledge is beneficial.

Skills & Competencies :

• A self-starter who works well independently and in a team.
• Flexible, adaptable, and willing to step in wherever needed.
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and commitment to deadlines.
• Analytical thinker with a growth mindset.

If you have not received any response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept in our database for future suitable roles.