Job Description
Our client, a leading provider of integrated hygiene and facilities solutions, is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Accountant to join their dynamic team in Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, preparing financial reports, and supporting the overall financial operations of the branch. This opportunity is ideal for a professional who is analytical, organised, and able to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum requirements
Matric
Completed BCom in Accounting degree
Fluent in Afrikaans and English
Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience
Experience in a business set-up
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Proficient in accounting programs - Pastel, Sage, Xero and QuickBooks
Valid driver's license and own vehicle
Must be willing to travel
Skills required
Attention to detail
Numeracy skills
Organisational skills
Time management skills
Professionalism
Communication skills
Reliable and responsible
Duties and responsibilities
Load new creditors onto the system to ensure accurate supplier information and effective creditor account management
Perform data capturing duties for the cashbook and creditors to ensure accurate financial records and transaction processing
Complete month-end processing on creditors and cashbook, including balancing of the TB (Trial Balance), to ensure accurate financial reporting
Prepare cashbook payments up to reconciliation stage and resolve all queries identified during reconciliation processes to ensure accurate financial control
Prepare all supplier reconciliations and resolve all reconciliation queries to ensure accurate creditor balances and supplier account management
Maintain the creditors age analysis to monitor outstanding payments and ensure effective cash flow management
Load all EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) payments for cashbook and creditors to ensure accurate and timely payment processing
Process and balance current accounts to ensure accurate account management and reconciliation of transactions
Perform general housekeeping duties to ensure organised financial records, documentation, and administrative efficiency
Assist with year-end processes and preparation of audit packs to support financial audits and compliance requirements
Process journals to ensure accurate allocation and recording of financial transactions within the GL (General Ledger)
Audit branches and their internal controls and attend stock takes to ensure compliance, operational accuracy, and effective stock management
Maintain asset registers to ensure accurate tracking, recording, and management of company assets
Perform GL (General Ledger) reconciliations and bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting and account accuracy
Prepare monthly reconciliation files to support financial reporting and audit requirements
Assist the Accountant and Financial Managers with financial administration, reporting, and operational support functions
Review and sign off creditor reconciliation files for payment to ensure accuracy, compliance, and correct payment authorisation
Finalise month-end processes to ensure accurate financial reporting and completion of all required accounting procedures
Process payroll functions to ensure accurate employee remuneration and payroll administration
Sign off and assist with bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of banking transactions and financial records
Maintain asset registers for rental assets to ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and asset control
Maintain asset registers for fixed assets to ensure accurate recording, depreciation tracking, and compliance with accounting standards
Conduct stock takes and prepare stock variance sheets for the Regional Financial Manager to support inventory control and variance analysis
Perform GL (General Ledger) reconciliations for the entire balance sheet to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
Process EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) payments for the cashbook to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions
Process EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) payments for creditors to ensure supplier payments are completed accurately and within agreed terms
Prepare and submit statutory returns, including VAT (Value Added Tax), to ensure compliance with legislative and tax requirements
Assist with preparation and monitoring of budgets to support financial planning and cost management
Prepare year-end documentation and audit packs to support audit processes and financial compliance requirements
Assist General Managers and branches with financial and administrative support to ensure efficient operational processes
Conduct internal audits to evaluate compliance, identify risks, and support effective financial and operational controls