Financial Accountant

• Manage creditors and debtors by processing invoices, reconciling accounts, issuing fee invoices, and following up on outstanding payments.
• Oversee payments by loading new suppliers, validating tax invoices, ensuring correct allocations, and processing within agreed terms.
• Handle month-end processing in Pastel, including reconciliations, accruals, and preparation of management accounts in line with IFRS.
• Support financial reporting through accurate forecasts, consolidations, and providing inputs for the Head of Finance.
• Perform VAT reconciliations and submissions, liaise with SARS, and assist with provisional tax and annual return requirements.
• Coordinate payroll and employee benefits, while assisting with FSCA compliance submissions, policy updates, and training requirements.
• Partner with auditors and key stakeholders, ensuring accurate reporting, timely query resolution, and strong working relationships.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom degree (Accounting)
• Honours in BCom Accounting an advantage

• External audit articles (SAICA)
• 2 years finance experience in a similar role
• Tax knowledge beneficial
• Proficient in Excel, with the ability to develop and maintain accurate, reliable spreadsheets
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Hands-on experience working with Sage Pastel or Sage One accounting systems
• Familiarity with IFRS and IAS standards and their practical application in report

• Comfortable working in a small, close-knit environment
• Quick to adjust when responsibilities or priorities shift
• Independent, proactive, and able to take initiative without supervision
• Strong people skills with the ability to build positive relationships
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to dive into the detail
• Flexible and dependable team player, ready to step in and support when needed
• Driven, resilient, and persistent in achieving results
• Guided by integrity and strong personal values

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