Accountant

SUMMARY:
Brief Description
Are you a skilled and proactive Accountant ready to play a pivotal role in a close-knit finance team? Join a dynamic organisation where your financial expertise and accuracy will be valued and put to use across multiple areas of the business. This opportunity reports directly to the CFO and requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description
Process and manage daily financial transactions and ensure accurate recordkeeping
Load supplier payments across multiple banking profiles; verify and capture new beneficiaries using full compliance documentation
Update and circulate daily banking reports to stakeholders by 09:00
Manage fixed asset registers and process monthly depreciation and disposals accurately
Weekly bank reconciliations and resolution of discrepancies
Ensure intercompany loan accounts reconcile monthly
Handle petty cash transactions and ensure supporting documentation is submitted for approval
Process petty cash transactions and prepare journals with appropriate referencing for CFO review
Process credit card and fleet card transactions; manage new applications and cancellations
Monitor client payment plans and escalate issues to the CFO or directors
Source rental and utility account statements (e.g. Makro, Hospitals) and maintain records
Maintain and update staff files, including annual personal information updates and payroll amendments
Process monthly salaries and manage waitress tips accordingly
Support debtors and creditors clerks with queries or during absences
Compile and organise month-end files with all required supporting documentation for CFO review
Assist with year-end audits: prepare trial balance, assist auditors, and compile year-end audit files
Submit PAYE, VAT, and Provisional Tax returns and assist with any SARS reviews or audits
Ensure SARS payments are submitted to the Creditors Clerk a week before the due date
Oversee WCA submissions and respond to related queries
Maintain an updated register of franchise agreements, including key dates and renewal timelines
Maintain master data on Sage Evolution (Chart of Accounts, supplier / customer / item cards)
Provide accurate and complete financial information to the CFO
Support the broader finance team with ad-hoc tasks and cross-functional collaboration

Skills & Experience
Minimum 3 years’ accounting experience
Experience with Sage Evolution (or similar ERP system)
Strong understanding of general ledger, reconciliations, and audit prep
Confident in dealing with SARS submissions and related matters
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
Comfortable working across departments and with various stakeholders

Qualification
Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance
Knowledge of payroll, tax compliance, and audit support essential

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