Half-Day Accountant

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 223,000; Part time

Job summary

Kontak Recruitment in Sandton, Johannesburg, seeks a Half-Day Accountant to manage the full accounting function and payroll for a single entity with about R25 million turnover. The role requires independent work, strong deadlines, and attention to detail. Salary is R18 000–R20 000 CTC per month.

Working hours are reduced to a half-day schedule with flexibility during month-end and payroll periods. The successful candidate will partner with the administrator and director to ensure accurate

Qualifications

• BCom degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Completed accounting articles would be beneficial for progression.
• Experience managing the full accounting function through month-end reporting.
• Hands-on with cashbooks, debtors, creditors, bank reconciliations and VAT.
• Payroll processing experience including wages, overtime and advances.
• Knowledge of Sage Evolution and Pastel Payroll is advantageous.
• Ability to handle multiple accounts and maintain accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail, self-discipline and time management.
• Ability to work independently and attend the office regularly.
• Availability to start in November would be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function for one entity.
• Maintain cashbooks and reconcile bank, credit card, call and loan accounts.
• Manage debtors and creditors, including invoicing and payments.
• Prepare and load payments for director authorisation.
• Complete month-end processing and prepare monthly financial reports for the director.
• Prepare VAT returns and SARS submissions and payments.
• Process payroll for approximately 60 employees, with runs on 15th and month-end.
• Process casual wages, salary advances and approved overtime.
• Coordinate with the administrator on timesheets and supporting information.
• Maintain accurate records for the auditor and year-end processes.

Skills

Full accounting management

Payroll processing

VAT & tax compliance

Cashbooks & reconciliations

Deadline driven

Independent working

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

BCom degree in Accounting

Completed accounting articles beneficial

Tools

Sage Evolution

Pastel Payroll

Other accounting packages

Job description

Half-Day Accountant job vacancy in Johannesburg.

Seeking an experienced Accountant to manage the full accounting function and payroll for a single entity with an annual turnover of approximately R25 million.

The successful candidate will handle day-to-day accounts, month-end reporting, statutory submissions and payroll for approximately 60 employees. This role requires someone who can work independently, manage deadlines and complete accurate work with minimal supervision.

The position offers a reduced working week, flexibility and responsibility for the accounting function, working closely with the internal administrator and director.

Salary: R18 000 – R20 000 CTC per month.

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg.

Working hours:

• Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 09:00–14:00, with some flexibility.
• Additional flexibility may be required during month-end and payroll periods.

Minimum Requirements:

• BCom degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Completed accounting articles would be beneficial.
• Experience managing the full accounting function through to month-end reporting.
• Practical experience with cashbooks, debtors, creditors, bank reconciliations and VAT.
• Experience processing payroll, including wages, overtime and salary advances.
• Knowledge of Sage Evolution and Pastel Payroll would be advantageous. Experience using other accounting and payroll packages will be considered.
• Ability to manage multiple bank, credit card, call and loan accounts.
• Strong attention to detail, self-discipline and time management.
• Ability to work independently and attend the office regularly.
• Industry-specific experience is not essential.
• Availability to start in November would be preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full accounting function for one entity.
• Maintain cashbooks and reconcile bank, credit card, call and loan accounts.
• Manage debtors and creditors, including invoicing and payment allocations.
• Prepare and load payments for director authorisation.
• Complete month-end processing and prepare monthly financial reports for the director.
• Prepare VAT returns and manage relevant SARS submissions and payments.
• Process payroll for approximately 60 employees, with payroll runs on the 15th and at month-end.
• Process casual wages, salary advances and approved overtime.
• Work closely with the administrator, who checks timesheets and overtime and prepares supporting information.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation for the auditor.
• Plan and complete invoicing, payroll and financial processing ahead of the December shutdown.
• Ensure accounting, payroll and statutory deadlines are met.