Accountant

@Career Jungle in Accounting / Finance

Job Detail

  • Job ID 3699
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor

Job Description

Join a growing organisation dedicated to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and strong financial governance. As an Accountant, you will play a central role in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and performance of the finance function.

Why join this team?

  • Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing finance team
  • Exposure to a broad range of financial processes and compliance areas
  • Fast‑paced, solutions‑driven environment with strong focus on organisational improvement
  • Role that supports strategic decision-making and business growth

What you will be doing:

Leadership & Team Management

  • Coordinate, guide, and develop the finance team
  • Monitor outputs, conduct reviews, manage performance, and facilitate training
  • Drive effective communication, problem-solving, and continuous improvement

Month-End Processes

  • Ensure adherence to month-end timelines and checklists
  • Review journals, provisions, GL balances, and financial statements
  • Prepare and distribute management accounts by day seven

Banking & Cash Flow

  • Oversee daily processing and reconciliation of bank accounts and cash books
  • Monitor petty cash, credit card reconciliations, and filing
  • Manage cash flow planning and liaise with banks

Debtors & Creditors Management

  • Administer debtor approvals and review age analyses
  • Monitor credit control processes and overdue interest
  • Oversee supplier account setup, reconciliations, payments, and discounts

Statutory Compliance (SARS & CIPC)

  • Submit VAT201, EMP201, and annual returns on time
  • Ensure compliance with legislation and support tax planning

Fixed Assets

  • Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset Register
  • Oversee depreciation, asset verification, warranties, and licensing

Audits

  • Prepare for and manage annual audits
  • Coordinate audit documentation and address queries
  • Conduct audit post-mortems and implement improvements

Payroll & HR Support

  • Oversee payroll processing and related administration
  • Process payroll journals and statutory submissions
  • Support WSP and Workmen’s Compensation requirements

Reporting & Record Keeping

  • Maintain accurate financial records and archives
  • Review tills, reconciliations, and stock-related monitoring
  • Ensure timely communication and escalation of key matters

General Finance Duties

  • Develop and implement finance policies
  • Drive cost savings and reduce financial losses
  • Prepare budgets, forecasts, and management reports
  • Support other departments and complete ad hoc tasks

Personal Excellence

  • Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and strong time management
  • Lead by example and maintain positive communication
  • Uphold company values and strive for world-class standards

What we are looking for: 

  • Proven experience as an Accountant in a similar role
  • Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills
  • Excellent understanding of financial processes, controls, and legislation
  • Proficiency in month-end reporting, reconciliations, and audits
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency

Benefits and unique aspects: 

  • Broad exposure across the full finance function
  • Opportunities to influence systems, processes, and improvements
  • Strong culture of mentorship, transparency, and team collaboration
  • Meaningful role in shaping financial performance and organisational success

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