Multi-Entity Assistant Accountant | GL, Payroll & VAT

Midvaal Recruitment; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Midvaal Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join their finance team in Sandton. Candidates should possess minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role, with proficiency in accounting up to General Ledger level and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include preparing monthly journals, handling inter-company transactions, and complying with tax regulations.

The ideal candidate will also support payroll accounting and contribute to management reporting. Strong Excel skills are essential, along with familiarity in group accounting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in an accounting or assistant accountant role.
• Strong Excel skills – proficient in pivot tables and financial data compilation.
• Good knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and Income Tax principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting up to General Ledger (GL) level.
• Handle inter-company transactions and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly journals, including payroll system journals.
• Assist with group accounting across multiple entities.

Skills

Excel proficiency

General Ledger accounting

Analytical skills

Knowledge of VAT, PAYE, Income Tax

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Midvaal Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join their finance team in Sandton. Candidates should possess minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role, with proficiency in accounting up to General Ledger level and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include preparing monthly journals, handling inter-company transactions, and complying with tax regulations.

The ideal candidate will also support payroll accounting and contribute to management reporting. Strong Excel skills are essential, along with familiarity in group accounting.