The Role
A well-established company based in Benoni is seeking an experienced Accountant to take responsibility for the full accounting function across multiple entities.
The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Degree advantageous)
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar Accountant role
- Strong experience with Sage Evolution or Sage Pastel
- Solid understanding of VAT, PAYE, and SARS compliance requirements
- Experience preparing management accounts and monthly financial reporting
- Strong reconciliation and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Key Responsibilities
- Capture and process financial transactions, including payroll journals, into the general ledger for multiple entities
- Post month-end journals, perform bank and cashbook reconciliations, and process payments
- Maintain fixed asset registers and accurate financial records
- Prepare monthly cash flow analyses, annual budgets, and variance reports
- Compile monthly management accounts and reconcile intercompany transactions
- Generate financial reports (Trial Balance, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, AR/AP Ledgers)
- Assist with external audits and provide supporting documentation
- Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE, and all statutory tax obligations
- Prepare and submit tax returns to SARS
- Manage SARS audits, verifications, and related submissions
- Ensure timely payment of all tax obligations
- Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Collaborate with the Debtors Controller to support effective collections
- Conduct and oversee stock takes and ensure accuracy of stock records and sub-ledgers
Job Reference: COR00028
