Accountant

SUMMARY:
Your purpose in this role is to provide financial clarity, control, and insight that supports sound business decision-making at the company.

The Accountant ensures financial integrity and compliance while acting as a trusted partner to management. By maintaining accurate records and financial processes, the Accountant enables the business to operate with agility, transparency, and long-term sustainability.

POSITION INFO:
Role Tasks & Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable and Receivable Management

• Accurately process and monitor supplier invoices and customer payments.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts, manage credit terms, and follow up on outstanding balances to support healthy cash flow.

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and daily cash book entries.
• Ensure transactions are correctly recorded and aligned with internal accounting policies.

• Track the acquisition, movement, and disposal of fixed assets.
• Update depreciation schedules and ensure accurate asset reporting in line with accounting standards.

• Prepare and submit VAT returns and other required tax documentation to SARS.
• Ensure accurate calculations, timely filings, and compliance with local tax legislation.

• Assist with month-end procedures, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

• Review financial work prepared by other team members for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide support and informal guidance where necessary.

• Work closely with operations, procurement, and senior management to align financial processes with business activities and provide insights into cost tracking and budget performance.

• Ensure financial records are complete, organized, and audit-ready.
• Assist with internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and addressing queries.

• A Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is essential.
• Professional registration or affiliation with SAIPA or SAICA is advantageous and will be considered a strong asset.
• A minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role.
• Proven experience managing the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and fixed asset tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to and support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit-ready reports.
• Proficiency in using one or more accounting software systems is essential; previous experience with Syspro is a distinct advantage.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, and tax compliance (specifically with SARS).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.