Accountant

Introduction

Location: Goodwood, Cape Town

Salary: R35,000 per month

Employment Type: Permanent

An established and reputable organisation in Goodwood, Cape Town is seeking an experienced and highly organised Accountant to join their finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional who is confident managing the full bookkeeping and accounting function and has strong experience working on Xero Accounting Software .

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for

• Managing the full bookkeeping and accounting function up to Trial Balance.

• Processing debtors, creditors, bank transactions and petty cash.

• Preparing and processing journals.

• Invoicing and general accounting administration.

• Processing payroll.

• Preparing PAYE, UIF and SDL summaries.

• Liaising with suppliers and resolving account-related queries.

• Performing various administrative and financial duties.

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.

• Ensuring accounting procedures and records comply with relevant accounting standards.

• Assisting with general finance and accounting requirements as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Accounting Degree, Diploma or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar accounting position .

• Strong and proven experience working on Xero Accounting Software is essential.

• Good knowledge of accounting principles and standards.

• Experience with bookkeeping up to Trial Balance.

• Working knowledge of payroll and statutory requirements, including PAYE, UIF and SDL .

• Valid driver's licence .

• Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans .

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

• Hardworking, motivated and enthusiastic approach.

• Strong initiative, drive and willingness to take ownership.

• Willingness to work longer hours when required from time to time.

• Thorough, organised and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Attributes

We are looking for an individual who is

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

• Reliable and hardworking.

• Thorough and detail-oriented.

• Well organised and structured.

• A strong communicator.

• Proactive and able to use initiative.

• Committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

To Apply

To apply, please email a copy of your updated CV in Word format along with a copy of your qualification/s, driver's licence, reference letters or contactable referees and a recent profile picture of yourself to:

cvs4belinda@therecruiters.co.za

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.