Accountant

 

Recruiter:

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref:

JHB006360/JA

Date posted:

Monday, June 13, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

450 000 Annually


SUMMARY:
Dynamic and growing blue-chip concern based in the North, has an opportunity for a candidate that wants to grow, develop and become part of the business. Tertiary finance qualification essential. Previous commercial experience essential.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

OVERVIEW
 
This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for assisting with accounting, month end and year end reconciliations and preparation of audit files for local SA entities.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
  1. Supervise and initiating the processing of purchase invoices, receipts, sales invoices.
  2. Perform balance sheet reconciliations on monthly basis.
  3. Updating investment property schedules and fixed asset registers.
  4. General journals – e.g. MTM adjustments, straight line adjustments depreciation, accruals, interest, salaries journals, etc.
  5. Reconcile debtors and creditors statements monthly.
  6. Correct accounting treatment on disposal of assets (property, plant & equipment) and investments and the calculation of the taxation on capital gains/losses.
  7. Analyse the resulting trial balance for mistakes / deviations and be able to discuss the results with the Finance Manager.
  8. Prepare a draft set of monthly management accounts and related notes
  9. Assist in formulating accounting policies.
  10. Identifying provisions and contingent liabilities
  11. Calculation of VAT and completion of the monthly returns.
  12. Reconciliations of input/output VAT to annual financial statements and monthly trial balances
  13. Recording and identifying short comings in internal controls.
 ABILITIES AND SKILLS
  1. Planning, organizing and coordination skills
  2. Problem solving skills
  3. Management skills
  4. Leadership Skills
  5. Analytical Skills
  6. Communications skills
  7. Decision making skills
  8. Attention to detail
  9. Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
  10. Sage and MDA experience is advantageous
 
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS
  1. Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade
  2. BCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxation
  3. Completed SAIPA articles
  4. 6 years plus experience in a similar role
 SOFTWARE PACKAGE EXPERIENCE
  1. Pastel/Sage
  2. Microsoft office – Excel and Word, Windows
  3. CaseWare (not compulsory)
  4. Payroll (not compulsory)

 

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.


 

 

 

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Trainee Accountant (SAIPA Article Clerks)
Location: Pretoria
Salary:
Today


Accountant
Location: Pretoria
Salary: 550000 Annually
Are you a qualified SAICA candidate and looking for an accountant role in Gauteng?
1 day ago


Junior Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 140000 Annually
Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for numbers and accuracy? Looking to grow your accounting career in a supportive and dynamic environment? If so, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.
1 day ago


Trade Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 950000 Annually
Where Technical Brilliance Meets Mining Finance.
1 day ago


Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 400000 Annually
Build the Numbers That Keep Operations Moving.
1 day ago


Financial Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 440000 Annually
A growing organisation within the retail and manufacturing industry is seeking a technically strong Financial accountant to join its team based in Johannesburg North.
1 day ago


Temp - Bookkeeper / Accountant / Accounts Payable (Maternity Relief)
Location: Midrand
Salary:
Temp - Bookkeeper / accountant / Accounts Payable (Maternity Relief)R38 000 ctcBased in Midrand
1 day ago


Project Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 50 000 Monthly
#SHIFTINTOHIGHCAREER by joining a Mining Company that seeks the expertise of a Project accountant
1 day ago


Corporate Reporting Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 900 000 Annually
Are you a technically strong accountant with a passion for reporting, compliance, and turning numbers into meaningful insights?
1 day ago


Financial Accountant
Location: Midrand
Salary: R500 000
Power up your career with a high-impact role at the forefront of the renewable energy sector, where your financial expertise drives sustainable growth and innovation.
1 day ago


Create a free job alert for Accountant in Johannesburg

Enter your email address below and we will email you similar jobs when they become available:

You can cancel at any time. We will not spam you.
By giving us your email address your agree to our Terms and Conditions

 

Jobseekers

Register your CV Search jobs CV writing

Recruiter

Advertise jobs Search the CV database

General

Disclaimer Terms and conditions Privacy policy Cookie policy POPIA manual Unsubscribe

© Copyright 2026 Job Placements. All Rights Reserved.