About the position
Financial Accountant
Qualifications & Experience
Accounting Degree or equivalent professional qualification
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a senior accounting or financial reporting role
Strong exposure to general accounting, accounts receivable, and month-end close
Proven experience working with ERP systems(JDE preferred), including reporting and data extraction
Solid working knowledge of the VAT Act, VAT201 submissions, and SARS compliance
Strong understanding of accounting standards, internal controls, and audit requirements
Advanced proficiency in ERP reporting tools, Microsoft and/or Google platforms
Core Responsibilities & Competencies
Manage and oversee general accounting and accounts receivable functions
Perform full month-end close, including journals, reconciliations, trial balance, and reporting
Prepare and review balance sheet and income statement reconciliations
Process cashbooks, bank reconciliations, and foreign currency transactions
Manage VAT submissions, SARS queries, audits, and compliance requirements
Maintain and controlfixed assets, inventory, and inter-company accounts
Support external audits, annual financial statements, and tax processes
Assist with budgets, forecasts, and management reporting
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, ISO requirements, and POPI Act
Skills & Personal Attributes
Strong planning, organisational, and deadline management skills
Highly analytical with the ability to interpret and present financial information clearly
Comfortable working under pressure in a deadline-driven environment
Professional, customer-focused, and collaborative working style
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage across the business
Desired Skills:
- Financial Reporting
- Vat
- Erp
- Erp System
- Financial Statements
- Trial Balance
- Bank Reconciliation
