Junior Accountant

RPO Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Johannesburg seeks a talented Junior Accountant. The successful candidate will manage accounts receivable and payable, prepare VAT returns, and ensure accurate invoicing and payment processing. This role requires a BCom degree and considerable experience, as well as strong numeracy and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BCom degree with completed articles at a reputable auditing firm.
• Minimum of 6-8 years' experience in a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAGE 300.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts receivable cycle including invoicing and debtors' reconciliation.
• Compile, reconcile, and submit VAT returns monthly.
• Capture and manage cashbook daily on SAGE 300.

Skills

High numeracy skills

Professional communication skills in English

Networking skills

Education

BCom degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAGE 300

Job description

RPO Recruitment is partnering with a leading mining company in Johannesburg to find a talented Junior Accountant to join their team of professionals. As a Junior Accountant, you will be responsible for the full accounts receivable cycle (including local & export sales, export documentation, debtors' reconciliation, updating traffic workbook, and checking letters of credit), full accounts payable cycle, cash flow forecast, VAT & diesel refunds, completion and SARB submissions, full cashbook processing, and banking functions.

Responsibilities:

1. Invoicing:
   • Submitting local sale invoices to the applicable Debtors and ensuring prices are calculated in accordance with signed contracts.
   • Checking and confirming the accuracy of all export invoices on signed contracts (signing them as proof of accuracy).
   • Preparing and reviewing monthly Debtor statements.
2. Executing payments:
   • Following up to ensure payments are received within Debtor terms, with exceptions communicated to direct reports.
   • Submitting all required documentation to banks to confirm incoming funds are released (UCR Number).
   • Processing all receipts from Debtors into SAGE 300.
   • Preparing a weekly schedule of payments expected from Debtors (cash flow forecast).
3. VAT and Diesel Refunds and SARS Audits:
   • Compiling, reconciling, and submitting VAT 201 returns monthly.
   • Preparing documents for SARS audits.
   • Monitoring receipt of VAT refunds and communicating status to direct reports and CFO monthly.
4. Export and Local Sales:
   • Updating payments on the Traffic Workbook daily.
   • Checking and reviewing Letters of Credit received from Debtors for accuracy.
   • Updating monthly sales and costs on the Vessel Reconciliation per shipment.
5. Export Documentation:
   • Ensuring export documentation is endorsed and signed appropriately.
   • Submitting export documentation timely.
   • Liaising with Traders on export documentation requirements.
6. Accounts Payable:
   • Receiving and capturing all Creditor invoices on Sage 300 daily.
   • Reconciling the non-stock clearing account monthly.
   • Checking reconciliations processed by Mine Creditor Clerks.
   • Loading Creditor payments into the banking system.
7. Cashbook Management:
   • Capturing all payments daily on Sage 300.
   • Checking bank reconciliations against bank statements.
8. Banking:
   • Verifying banking details before loading on the banking system.
   • Loading payments (international and local) and filing supporting documentation.

Requirements:

• BCom degree with preferable completed articles at a reputable auditing firm.
• Minimum of 6-8 years' experience in a related field.
• Positive attitude, dependable, ethical, and reliable.
• Uphold and promote company values.
• Disciplined and responsible.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• High numeracy skills.
• Professional communication skills in English.
• Networking skills within and outside the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Valid driver's license (Code 8).

Benefits:

• Salary: R300K - R400K per year

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Apply today by contacting Keegan Wolhuter at RPO Recruitment or via LinkedIn. Visit rporecruitment.us or email your CV to [e-mail].

We will contact suitable candidates within 3 days. If not suitable, your CV will be kept on file for future opportunities.