ACCOUNTANT

  • Franschhoek, Western Cape
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 4 hours ago
Bridge House School is an independent, co-ed day and boarding school situated close to Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl in the Western Cape. With its emphasis on future thinking and relevance, Bridge House School is a distinctive, vibrant school that embraces innovation and change. The school is seeking:ACCOUNTANTStarting Date: 1 November 2025
This is a full-time position reporting to the Business Manager.Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Daily reconciliation of the bank statements;
  • Assist with creditors and debtors and have experience with reconciliations;
  • Maintain accurate financial records up to Trial Balance and prepare all month end reconciliations for month end reporting;
  • Prepare monthly Management Accounts;
  • Assist with payroll processing and maintain HR records;
  • Maintain the fixed asset register, calculate monthly depreciation and post relevant journals;
  • Monitor budget performance;
  • Assist with cash flow forecasts, budgets, and submission of SARS returns;
  • Support external audit by providing documentation and explanations of financial transactions.
  • Assist with the implementation of new accounting systems; and
  • Stay updated on industry best practices, financial regulations, and software tools.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • BCom Accounting degree with completed SAIPA articles;
  • Excellent knowledge of the IFRS for SMEs Accounting Standard;
  • Sound work ethic with a professional and pleasant demeanour when dealing with staff and stakeholders;
  • Proficiency in Pastel Accounting & Payroll;
  • Proficiency in Xero Accounting & Simple Pay;
  • Strong Excel skills;
  • High attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and analytical thinking;
  • Strong communication skills;
  • Be assertive and energetic together with having excellent organisational and administrative skills; and
  • Be self-motivated and willing to work as part of the administration team.
To apply, please fill in the Google Form:Closing date for applications: 19 September 2025Bridge House School is an equal-opportunity employer. Failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. An application will not necessarily entitle the applicant to a response, appointment or interview. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Bridge House School reserves the right not to proceed with filling the post.Bridge House, in line with the POPIA (Protection of Personal Information) Act, will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information, but it will be used in the recruitment, selection and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.

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