Accountant

Introduction

An established organisation based in Centurion is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its finance team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing month-end processes, performing reconciliations, preparing management reports and supporting the annual audit process.

This role is suited to a detail-oriented accounting professional who can work independently, manage multiple priorities and contribute to improving financial processes and internal controls.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and complete monthly reconciliations to supporting sub-ledgers.

• Manage the month-end and year-end financial close processes.

• Assist with annual financial audits and provide supporting documentation where required.

• Maintain and update the fixed asset register.

• Manage cashbook processing, bank reconciliations and payment processes.

• Reconcile intercompany loans, balances and transactions.

• Complete monthly VAT and PAYE reconciliations.

• Prepare monthly financial and management reports for multiple entities.

• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.

• Assist with the development and implementation of new or amended accounting systems.

• Develop, improve and document accounting procedures and business processes.

• Support the implementation and maintenance of effective internal financial controls.

• Provide accounting support to finance team members and other departments when required.

• Perform additional accounting duties as assigned.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• A completed BCom degree or recognised accounting qualification.

• Completed accounting articles.

• A minimum of three years' experience in a similar accounting role.

• Practical experience using CaseWare is essential.

• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations and financial reporting.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience working with accounting software.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience using Sage Intacct.

• Experience managing the accounts of multiple companies or legal entities.

• Exposure to process improvement, financial systems implementation or internal controls.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet strict deadlines.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional, dependable and accountable approach to work.