Accountant (JB4729)
Randburg, Gauteng
R35 000 to R37 500 a month
Benefits: 13th Cheque
Permanent
A leading Earthing and Lightning Protection company is seeking an Accountant to oversee the accounting operations of the business. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented with strong analytical skills, possess project costing experience, and have a comprehensive understanding of financial reporting standards. This role requires someone who can ensure accurate financial management and support the company’s continued success in delivering high-quality protection solutions.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Accounting (BCom Accounting or equivalent) – Mandatory
- Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel
- Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail
- Excellent problem-solving, analysis, and judgment abilities
- Resilience and adaptability in handling challenges
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- High level of professional and technical competence
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Leadership qualities, with the ability to lead by example and motivate others
- High energy, drive, and commitment to achieving excellence
- Ethical behavior and integrity
- Strong relationship-building skills and responsiveness to customer needs
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process all financial transactions up to trial balance
- Prepare detailed project costing reports
- Draft management accounts for review
- Provide accurate financial reporting and analysis
- Manage all banking activities
- Perform monthly creditors reconciliations and payments
- Process month-end journals and adjustments
- Prepare month-end reconciliations for all Balance Sheet General Ledger accounts
- Prepare audit files and liaise with external auditors
- Assist with ad-hoc finance projects as needed
- Conduct effective cash flow forecasting
- Prepare and manage budgets
- Calculate and prepare tax submissions
- Ensure compliance with SARS requirements (Income Tax, VAT, and Employee Tax), including reconciliation, submission, and payment
- Maintain the Fixed Asset Register
- Ensure effective governance and risk management practices
- Supervise and review the work of relevant finance staff
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the direct line manager
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