Accountant/HR Officer

SUMMARY:
An established Engineering Consulting firm in East London is on the lookout for a versatile Accountant to handle the full accounting function up to Trial Balance, while also supporting payroll and HR tasks.
If you're a numbers pro with a knack for multitasking and experience in technical industries, this could be your next big move!

Non-negotiables:

• Accounting Degree or Diploma
• Minimum 3–5 years’ accounting experience (full function up to Trial Balance, but not limited to).
• Experience assisting with payroll and basic HR functions.
• Industry experience in Engineering Consulting, Construction, or Manufacturing will take first preference.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Accounting Degree/Diploma
• An HR-related qualification or experience is an added benefit.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting is required for graduates; alternatively, 10 years of practical experience is required.
• ERP Financial System experience.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs and pivot tables).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans.
• Organised with strong attention to detail.

• Key Accounting Responsibilities:
  • Perform full accounting functions up to Trial Balance, covering all areas of accounting, and not only a particular part of finance.
  • Manage the debtors’ collection process.
  • Oversee project accounting.
  • Perform reconciliations and checks.
  • Liaise with external auditors.
  • Manage banking.
• HR Administration:
  • Manage HR processes, including sourcing new personnel, onboarding, disciplinary actions, training, resignations, retirements, and performance appraisal.
  • Provide support to employees and management on HR policy and processes.
  • Process monthly payroll and reconciliations.
  • Report to Group HR Officer.
• General:
  • Manage the processes needed to compile a BBBEE scorecard.
  • Ensure compliance with submissions to DoL, Seta, and general labour law.
  • Perform general office administration tasks, including petty cash and travel arrangements, as required.
  • Provide information for the submission of tenders.
  • Provide general administrative support to the Office.