Sub-Accountant | Revenue and Budget

Advius; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Advius in Middelburg, South Africa, is seeking a detail-oriented Sub-Accountant (Revenue and Budget) to join its finance team. The role focuses on revenue accounting, debtor administration, customer account reconciliations, financial reporting and budget support.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Accounting or related field, at least 3 years’ experience, and strong skills in Sage Accounting, Pastel and Excel. Immediate availability is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 3 years' experience in a Sub-Accountant or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Accounting and Pastel.
• Experience in debtor management, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Capture daily cashbook receipts in Sage Accounting.
• Allocate deposits and credit notes to customer accounts.
• Update debtor age analysis in Excel.
• Reconcile debtor accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Follow up on outstanding customer accounts and record communications.
• Prepare sales invoices for management review and approval.
• Respond to and resolve customer account queries.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing systems for financial records.
• Prepare financial and revenue reports as required.
• Assist with budgeting and related financial administration.
• Perform general administrative and accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independence

Organisational skills

Integrity

Education

Diploma in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage Accounting

Pastel

Excel

Job description

Middelburg, South Africa | Posted on 10/14/2026

Our client, an established engineering company based in Middelburg, is looking for a detail-oriented, proactive Sub-Accountant (Revenue and Budget) to join its finance team. The successful candidate will manage revenue accounting, debtor administration, customer account reconciliations, financial reporting and budget support. The role is key to keeping financial records accurate, collecting payments on time, and running accounting processes efficiently.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Capture daily cashbook receipts in Sage Accounting.
• Allocate deposits and credit notes accurately to customer accounts.
• Update and maintain debtor age analysis records in Excel.
• Reconcile debtor accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Follow up on outstanding customer accounts and keep a record of all communication.
• Prepare sales invoices for management review and approval.
• Respond to and resolve customer account queries efficiently.
• Maintain electronic and physical filing systems for financial records.
• Prepare financial and revenue reports as required.
• Assist with budgeting and related financial administration.
• Perform general administrative and accounting duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 3 years' experience as a Sub-Accountant or in a similar accounting role.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Accounting and Pastel.
• Experience in debtor management, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Professional integrity and confidentiality.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Open to all candidates.
• Candidates serving a notice period of up to two weeks will be considered.
• Immediate availability will be an advantage.