Our client, a manufacturer of eco-friendly solid clay face bricks & pavers, is looking for an Accountant to join their team at their offices outside of Stellenbosch.
Reporting to the CFO.
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications
- University degree (B.Comm, B.Acc) with Article experience (Preferred)
- SAIPA (or similar) qualification
Experience & Skills – Required:
- 5-10 years Bookkeeping / Accounting experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience in Sage Pastel Accounting
- Experience in Sage Pastel Payroll
- Fluent in English
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Record Financial Transactions:
- Accurately capture and process all daily financial transactions into the accounting system.
- Maintain and update ledgers, journals, and records for all financial activities.
- Reconciliation of Accounts:
- Perform monthly bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts (e.g., debtors, creditors, and inventory) to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable:
- Process and manage supplier invoices and ensure timely payment.
- Issue customer invoices and monitor payments, following up on outstanding amounts.
- Prepare Trial Balance:
- Compile and maintain accurate records up to trial balance stage.
- Ensure the trial balance is correctly balanced, with all accounts reconciled and ready for further reporting.
- Maintain General Ledger:
- Post journal entries and adjust as necessary to ensure accuracy in the general ledger.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal financial policies.
- Month-End and Year-End Closures:
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial closure processes.
- Ensure all relevant financial documents are in order for audits and statutory reporting.
- VAT and Tax Compliance:
- Prepare VAT calculations and ensure timely submission of VAT returns.
- Assist in preparing tax returns and other statutory financial obligations.
- Reporting and Financial Analysis:
- Generate monthly and quarterly financial reports based on trial balance data.
- Provide support in analysing financial data and identifying trends or discrepancies.
- Assist with Audit Preparation:
- Provide supporting documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.
- Respond to audit queries and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Maintain Internal Controls:
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
- Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures across all accounting activities.
General:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
- In keeping with our client’s employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
- Please include your current salary and salary expectations.
