Accountant

SUMMARY:
Our client is a forward-thinking leader in the venture capital space that’s on the search for a charismatic Accountant to join their finance team. This role offers the rare opportunity to gain exposure to both the financial and operational side of the business. Ideal for someone eager to expand their commercial understanding while making an impact behind the numbers. You’ll work closely with the Financial Manager, taking ownership of day-to-day accounting processes, data capturing, reconciliations, and cost control. Your keen eye for accuracy and adherence to financial policies will help maintain the integrity of financial information across the business unit.

POSITION INFO:

As the Accountant, your duties include the following:
Oversee the VAT processing, ensuring compliance with SARS requirements and timely VAT201 submissions
Reconcile PAYE, UIF and SDL monthly
Prepare EMP201 submissions, and allocate tax payments to the correct amounts
Maintain company secretarial files and update group registers following any structural or statutory changes
Manage daily cash flow by monitoring current accounts, ensuring sufficient funds for payments
Assist with budget compilation and monitoring
Provide variance commentary and preparing draft management accounts
Compile and review monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
Authorize new suppliers and verify payment batches for accuracy
Oversee the creditors’ function
Perform first-level payment authorizations and coordinate with management for second approval
Support payroll processing by reviewing timesheets and reports
Prepare customer invoices, manage billing cycles, and follow up on outstanding debtors to maintain optimal cash flow
Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register

Skills & Experience:
5 years of accounting experience
Proficiency on Xero
Go-getter, self-starter, confident individual

Qualification:
BCom Accounting degree
Completed SAICA/SAIPA articles


Contact JENELLE COOKSON on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF021660.

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