Accountant
- Grabouw, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Accurately process and monitor supplier invoices and customer payments.
- Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts, manage credit terms, and follow up on outstanding balances to support healthy cash flow.
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and daily cash book entries.
- Ensure transactions are correctly recorded and aligned with internal accounting policies.
- Track the acquisition, movement, and disposal of fixed assets.
- Update depreciation schedules and ensure accurate asset reporting in line with accounting standards.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns and other required tax documentation to SARS.
- Ensure accurate calculations, timely filings, and compliance with local tax legislation.
- Assist with month-end procedures, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
- Review financial work prepared by other team members for accuracy and completeness.
- Provide support and informal guidance where necessary.
- Work closely with operations, procurement, and senior management to align financial processes with business activities and provide insights into cost tracking and budget performance.
- Ensure financial records are complete, organized, and audit-ready.
- Assist with internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and addressing queries.
- A Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is essential.
- Professional registration or affiliation with SAIPA or SAICA is advantageous and will be considered a strong asset.
- A minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role.
- Proven experience managing the full accounting cycle, including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and fixed asset tracking.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to and support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements and audit-ready reports.
- Proficiency in using one or more accounting software systems is essential; previous experience with Syspro is a distinct advantage.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets, and tax compliance (specifically with SARS).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small, high-performing team.