Accounting Assistant

SUMMARY:
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established company based in Centurion. The organisation supports clients with all aspects of Corporate Governance and Compliance, providing insight delivered with integrity and excellence.

They are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Assistant to join their finance team. This role is suited to a structured and proactive accounting professional who can operate independently while supporting senior financial leadership.

POSITION INFO:

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain general ledger accounts
• Ensure correct VAT allocations and calculations
• Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of accounting records and systems
• Prepare weekly accounts payable and accounts receivable reports for management
• Review and ensure completeness of weekly bank payments
• Manage balance sheets and profit and loss statements
• Reconcile control accounts and resolve discrepancies in line with internal guidelines
• Audit financial transactions and verify supporting documentation and authorisations
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations
• Assist with client proposals and sales quotations when required
• Maintain accurate financial records
• Coordinate and liaise with internal stakeholders to support intercompany activities
• Manage insurance schedules, claims administration, and fixed asset registers
• Supervise and support junior and intermediate accountants
• Assist the Financial Manager with administrative and reporting functions

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an accounting environment
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience with accounting software such as Xero advantageous
• Strong analytical ability and high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management and problem-solving ability
• Supervisory capability with the ability to guide junior team members
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines independently