Wellington: Accountant

About the Role

Efficiency Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Accountant to join our team in Wellington. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial management, workshop and operational costing, budgeting and forecasting, compliance and reporting, and inventory and asset control functions. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with workshop managers and operational teams to provide accurate financial data and support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Monitor company cash flow and ensure accurate financial reporting for management review.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage and monitor workshop costing, including labour, materials, and overhead allocation.
• Track job costing and project profitability within the engineering workshop environment.
• Ensure accurate recording of workshop expenses and inventory movements.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of company budgets and financial forecasts.
• Identify financial trends and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and company policies.
• Prepare VAT submissions and assist with SARS-related financial requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audit processes.
• Monitor workshop inventory levels, materials usage, and equipment expenditure.
• Maintain accurate records of company assets and depreciation schedules.

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3-5 years experience in an accounting role within an engineering, manufacturing, or workshop environment
• Experience with job costing, workshop costing, or project costing
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications (Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field)

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary to be discussed during the interview process.

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