Accounting & Finance Officer

Recruiter:

Merand Corbett & Associates

Job Ref:

CPT002121/CW

Date posted:

Monday, January 19, 2026

Location:

Somerset West, South Africa

SUMMARY:

The Accounting & Finance Officer is responsible for overseeing the company’s full financial function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, cost management, and cash flow optimization. This role supports the management team in strategic financial planning, compliance, and maintaining robust internal controls, while managing all

accounting operations within Zoho Books / Zoho Inventory.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

- Prepare and maintain monthly management accounts and financial statements.

- Monitor and analyse financial performance, highlighting variances against

budgets and forecasts.

- Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes.

- Prepare annual financial packs for external auditors.

- Ensure timely submission of statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, etc.).

- Create financial dashboards and reports within Zoho Analytics.

2. Accounting Operations

- Manage daily accounting operations (accounts receivable, payable, bank

reconciliations, journals).

- Capture and reconcile all financial transactions in Zoho Books / Zoho

Inventory.

- Process supplier invoices, payments, and customer receipts accurately and

timeously.

- Reconcile creditor and debtor accounts monthly.

- Ensure stock and inventory values are correctly reflected in the accounting

system.

3. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control

- Develop and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts.

- Track production and logistics costs to ensure profitability per product line.

- Identify cost-saving opportunities and support pricing strategy decisions.

- Maintain accurate costing models for school and sports bags (including

materials, labour, and freight).

4. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

- Monitor daily cash flow and prepare weekly cash flow forecasts.

- Manage banking relationships and ensure sufficient working capital.

- Oversee payment schedules and supplier settlements to maintain cash

efficiency.

5. Compliance & Governance

- Ensure compliance with South African financial, tax, and labour legislation.

- Manage all SARS submissions (VAT201, EMP201/501, Provisional Tax).

- Maintain and file statutory company records (CIPC, UIF, COIDA, etc.).

- Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and other financial service providers.

6. Zoho Systems Management

- Maintain and optimize Zoho Books, Zoho Inventory, and Zoho CRM for financial

tracking.

- Ensure data integrity between inventory, sales, and financial modules.

- Implement process automation and improve system-based reporting.

- Train staff on correct use of Zoho for invoicing, purchase orders, and stock

management.

7. Management Support

- Support Sales & Operations teams with costing, pricing, and margin analysis.

- Provide management with regular financial insights for decision-making.

- Assist with internal control improvements and SOP documentation.

Daily Tasks

- Record and reconcile all bank transactions in Zoho.

- Review and approve supplier invoices and customer payments.

- Monitor stock valuation and COGS postings.

- Update daily cash flow tracker.

- Check sales invoices and ensure accurate posting to ledgers.

Weekly Tasks

- Prepare weekly cash flow report and send to management.

- Reconcile creditors, debtors, and bank accounts.

- Review stock movement reports in Zoho Inventory.

- Follow up on outstanding customer payments.

- Verify logistics and supplier costs against purchase orders.

Monthly Tasks

- Prepare management accounts and financial performance reports.

- Conduct full month-end reconciliation (bank, stock, VAT, payroll).

- Update and review budget forecasts.

- Submit VAT and payroll declarations.

- Meet with management to review performance, margins, and cost-saving

measures.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Technical Accounting Manager
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Market Related
This fast-growing, innovative digital assets business is seeking a CA(SA) to join their team as a Technical accounting Manager, to lead and elevate the quality of accounting outputs.
8 days ago

Accounting & Finance Officer
Location: Somerset West
Salary:
The accounting & Finance Officer is responsible for overseeing the company’s full financial function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, cost management, and cash flow optimization. This role supports the management team in strategic financial planning, compliance, and maintaining robust internal controls, while managing allaccounting operations within Zoho Books / Zoho Inventory.
9 days ago

Corporate Governance Officer (Accounting Firm)
Location: Somerset West
Salary:
My client, a reputable accounting firm in Somerset West, is seeking a Corporate Governance Officer to join their team.The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications and practical experience in company statutory requirements and corporate governance, similar to that of a Company Secretary. Experience in an accounting or Auditing environment will be a strong advantage.
2 days ago

SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA Accounting Article Clerk
Location: Somerset West
Salary:
Somerset West. My Client, an owner managed accounting firm located close to the Somerset Mall is seeking to employ SAIPA and SAICA Article Clerks to join their young dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for young dynamic graduate or B Comm accounting student to pursue a career in an accounting practice.
14 days ago

Technical Accounting Manager (Web3)
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
This fast-growing, innovative digital assets business is seeking a CA(SA) to join their team as a Technical accounting Manager, to lead and elevate the quality of accounting outputs.
21 days ago

*Accounting Clerk
Location: Cape Town
Salary: R180 000 Annually
Stratlab – Where Talent Meets Its People.We connect brilliant minds with companies that actually get them. Serious about growth, light on the drama. We’re currently looking for an accounting Clerk – a role for someone who thrives in Bookkeeping Support | Financial Administration | Attention to Detail , and wants to make a real difference. At Stratlab, we focus on culture fit, lon...
23 days ago

SAICA Accounting Clerk
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
#SHIFTINTOHIGHCAREER by joining an accounting Firm that seeks the expertise of a SAICA Trainee Accountant
55 days ago

Tax & Reporting Accountant
Location: Cape Town
Salary: 750000 Annually
Tax & Reporting Accountant - Cape Town
1 day ago

Tax & Reporting Accountant
Location: Cape Town
Salary: 800000 Annually
We are seeking a technically strong CA(SA) to join our clients team as a Tax & Reporting Accountant, responsible for IFRS reporting, tax compliance, and group statutory deliverables.
1 day ago

Bookkeeper, Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
An NGO focused on community upliftment is seeking a Bookkeeper for a permanent role based in Cape Town, Western Cape.
1 day ago