Accountant / Assistant Financial Manager

Recruiter:

Pro Tem Recruitment

Job Ref:

3298502851

Date posted:

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Duties:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers
Record journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts
Prepare and process invoices, receipts, and payments
Manage accounts payable (suppliers) and accounts receivable (customers)
Track fixed assets, depreciation, and amortisation schedules
Maintain petty cash and reconcile bank accounts
General Administrative Duties – accounting related
Draft letters to banks, auditors, and suppliers
Manage business registrations, renewals, and CIPC compliance.
Maintain proper filing and archiving of financial documentation. Calculate and file VAT returns (e.g., SARS VAT201 in
South Africa).
Prepare and submit PAYE, UIF, and SDL returns.
Prepare the Income Tax calculations and submit on SARS
Ensure compliance with tax laws, financial regulations, and accounting standards.
Liaise with SARS during audits or queries.
Assist with Cashflow Reporting
Assist in the yearly audit by our external auditors

QUALIFICATIONS:

Matric Essential
3 - 5 years’ relevant experience
Computer Skills (Microsoft Office-Excel [Advanced], Word, Outlook)
Pastel / Sage (Evolution) (2-year recent experience)
Degree or Qualification in Accounting [non-negotiable]

SKILLS
Excellent Financial Skills (Back Office)
Proficient organizing and time management skills
Deadline orientated with composure to work under pressure

Ability to work effectively and efficiently
Good verbal and written communication skills
Honest and reliable
Punctual, Accurate and Strong attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills (with customers, suppliers and team members)

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