ACCOUNTANT (NQ SAIPA) - R40k pm plus Benefits - Southern Suburbs, Cpt 

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a reputable and established organisation.
  
• Gain broad exposure to accounting, reporting, taxation, debtors and cross-functional finance responsibilities.
  
• Take ownership of important financial processes within a busy commercial environment.
  
• Work closely with several departments and contribute beyond the traditional accounting function.
  
• Build valuable experience within a stable business that offers a varied and responsible position.
  

Key Responsibilities

Accounting and Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve reconciling items.
  
• Produce accurate monthly management reports within the required deadlines.
  
• Manage and update the fixed asset register, including asset additions, disposals and other adjustments.
  

Accounts Receivable

• Take responsibility for the complete debtors function.
  
• Capture and allocate payments received from customers.
  
• Reconcile customer accounts and address any discrepancies or outstanding queries.
  
• Monitor debtor balances and follow up on overdue amounts to support effective collections.
  

Annual Audit Assistance

• Support the preparation and coordination of the annual external audit.
  
• Compile audit schedules and provide the relevant supporting documents requested by the auditors.
  
• Assist in resolving audit queries to ensure the process is completed efficiently.
  

Taxation and Regulatory Requirements

• Calculate, prepare and submit VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax returns.
  
• Monitor statutory deadlines and ensure that all relevant tax obligations are met.
  
• Contribute to tax planning activities and other tax-related finance projects.
  

Financial Support to Human Resources

• Work closely with the HR team on matters requiring financial input.
  
• Support leave-related administration, calculations and reconciliations.
  
• Accurately calculate staff incentives and commission payments.
  

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• A recognised tertiary qualification in accounting, finance or a closely related discipline, such as a BCom in Accounting or an equivalent qualification.
  
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles will be beneficial.
  
• At least four years’ relevant experience in an accounting role, ideally gained within the retail, wholesale, importing or distribution sector.
  
• Practical knowledge of VAT, Income Tax and Ad Valorem tax legislation and submissions.
  
• Proven experience managing debtors and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
  
• Previous exposure to NetSuite or a comparable accounting or ERP system.
  
• Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency.
  
• High levels of accuracy, with well-developed numerical and analytical skills.
  
• The ability to work with limited supervision, manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
  
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to engage with stakeholders across different departments.
  

Benefits

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a reputable and established organisation.
  
• Gain broad exposure to accounting, reporting, taxation, debtors and cross-functional finance responsibilities.
  
• Take ownership of important financial processes within a busy commercial environment.
  
• Work closely with several departments and contribute beyond the traditional accounting function.
  
• Build valuable experience within a stable business that offers a varied and responsible position.
  

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