Accountant - Durbanville

SUMMARY:
-

POSITION INFO:

Our client in Durbanville, Cape Town, is looking to appoint an Accountant.

Responsibilities:

• Processing of Bank
• Manage Debtors & Stock Facility
• Manage Debtors insurance (CGIC)
• Manage Import Summary and schedule foreign payments
• Liaise with clearing agents to clear imports
• GRN/Receiving of containers into ERP (Pastel)
• Various month-end summaries – Commission, Logistics, Warehousing, etc
• Weekly Sales, Stock reporting
• Assisting creditors with queries
• Authorising creditors and prepare creditors payment import file
• Oversee processing of Credit Cards, Fuel cards
• Maintaining of FAR
• Involvement in stock takes
• Investigate stock queries/variances
• Commission Calculations
• Interest calculations
• Scrutinise GL Accounts
• Financial Management Accounts
• Insurance policy review
• Dealing with Financial Auditors

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (BCom preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years proven experience in a similar accounting or finance role
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g. Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements
• Solid understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger functions
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional certification (e.g. SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA) would be advantageous
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity