Accountant
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
We are seeking a skilled Accountant / Financial Controller to join a busy fruit and vegetable retail store located in Johannesburg. This role covers the full set of accounts for the business, including processing, capturing, reconciliations, preparation of management accounts, and conducting high-level analytical reviews.The ideal candidate will be experienced, detail-oriented, and able to work independently without the need for constant supervision. The role involves end-to-end accounting, ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, and insightful analysis to support decision-making.Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting and financial administration.
- BCom Accounting degree or similar qualification.
- Proficiency in Sage Pastel and Microsoft Office.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work well in a team and take initiative.
- Retail accounts processing knowledge and experience (advantageous).
- Understanding of POS systems (advantageous).
- Full-time, on-site.
- Full function accounting up to management accounts.
- Preparation, processing, maintenance, and reconciliation of creditors, debtors, and bank accounts, producing accurate accounts to trial balance.
- Payroll administration, including shift calculations.
- Preparation and maintenance of the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
- Debtors' management: invoicing, payment follow-ups, and collections.
- Supplier and customer payment processing.
- Tax administration: VAT, PAYE processing, reconciliations, and submissions.
- Reconciliation of credit cards and cash received to daily cash-ups.
- GRV processing onto the stock system.
- Inventory control oversight and stock reporting.
- Cash flow forecasting and management.
- Accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
- Daily entry of financial transactions into the database.
- Preparation of quotes and invoices.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, procedures, and standards.
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