Accountant / Bookkeeper

Recruiter:

Profile Personnel

Job Ref:

2094432818

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Accountant / Bookkeeper required for a Logistics company based in Durban

We require a technically strong, self-sufficient professional who can step into the role and deliver from day one. This is not a junior or developmental position. Training will be limited to internal systems and processes. The successful candidate must already have a solid technical foundation and the ability to work independently

Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

At least 5 years experience within a similar role
Advanced Excel (critical): VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation and analysis
Exceptional attention to detail: High levels of accuracy in a fast-paced, finance-driven environment
Full accounting cycle knowledge: Clear understanding of the end-to-end process, invoicing, debtor control, and cash collection
Proactive mindset: Identifies inefficiencies and takes ownership of process improvements
Team-oriented and hands-on: Willing to step in where needed to get the job done
Resilient and accountable: Comfortable under pressure, solutions-focused, and ownership-driven

Advantageous

Relevant qualification
Experience with Xero or similar cloud accounting systems
Exposure to audits
Preparation of management accounts
Team leadership or mentoring experience

Screening Note

Only candidates who clearly meet the essential criteria should be submitted. This is a critical role requiring strong upfront screening

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.

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