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Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-time
Remuneration: Market related Basic Salary
The successful candidate will assist with the full accounting function across multiple entities within the group while gaining
exposure to financial reporting, taxation, payroll, management accounts and statutory
compliance. This role is ideal for someone looking to build on the practical experience gained during
articles and develop into a well-rounded accountant within a dynamic finance environment.
Minimum Requirements
- BCom Accounting, BCom Financial Accounting, BAcc or equivalent accounting qualification
- Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles (non-negotiable)
- 02 years' post-articles experience
- Sound understanding of accounting principles
- Experience preparing financial statements during articles
- Exposure to VAT, payroll, taxation and audits
- Experience with Sage 50, Sage Pastel, CaseWare or similar accounting software will be advantageous
- Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)
Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting
- Prepare and process monthly journals
- Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Maintain the fixed asset register
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Assist in preparing management accounts
Tax & Compliance
- Prepare VAT reconciliations and assist with VAT submissions
- Assist with EMP201, EMP501 and other SARS submissions
- Prepare supporting schedules for tax and audit purposes
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
Accounts Receivable & Payable
- Prepare customer and supplier reconciliations
- Review outstanding debtors and creditors
- Assist with debt collection on arrear debtors
- Assist with payment preparations
- Allocate receipts and payments
Reporting & Finance Support
- Assist with daily cash flow updates
- Assist with monthly reconciliations and reports
- Compile audit files and supporting documentation
- Assist with financial analysis and ad hoc projects
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