Job Description
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the dealership.
- Process debtors and creditors: invoicing, reconciliations, collections, and payments.
- Handle bank reconciliations, cashbook processing, and petty cash management.
- Prepare and capture journal entries and ensure correct allocation of accounts.
- Reconcile vehicle stock, parts inventory, and workshop transactions to ensure accuracy.
- Assist with VAT, PAYE, and statutory returns.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Support auditors with required financial documentation during year-end audits.
- Monitor expense control and highlight variances to management.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and automotive industry regulations.
Key Competencies & Skills:
- Strong knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles.
- Experience in debtors, creditors, reconciliations, and cash flow management.
- Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced formulas, Pivot Tables, reporting).
- Experience with dealership accounting systems (e.g., Automate, Evolve, Kerridge, or Pinnacle)
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with multiple departments (sales, parts, service).
- Confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling financial data.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric with accounting as a subject (essential).
- A relevant financial/accounting qualification (Diploma or Certificate) advantageous.
- Minimum 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience, preferably within the automotive dealership industry.
- Proven experience with debtors, creditors, and reconciliations essential.
- Knowledge of VAT and statutory compliance requirements.
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About Finance/Accounting Management Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, South Africa, the finance and accounting management field is a significant contributor to the province’s economy, with various industries relying on skilled professionals to manage their financial operations. Typically, this field offers stable employment opportunities with good prospects for career advancement. Generally, the demand for finance and accounting managers remains high across multiple sectors.
Salary expectations for finance and accounting management positions in Gauteng are generally broad and can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically range from R400 000 to R1 500 000 per annum, with senior roles often commanding higher remuneration packages. However, these figures are subject to change and may not reflect actual salaries for specific job openings.
Common skills required for finance and accounting management positions include proficiency in financial software, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and leadership skills, experience with financial reporting and regulatory compliance, knowledge of financial management principles and practices, and a solid understanding of taxation laws. Typically, candidates with a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration are well-suited for these roles.
Finance and accounting managers can be found across various industry sectors, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. The financial services sector, for example, often employs finance and accounting professionals to manage its operational finances, while the technology industry may require them to oversee the financial aspects of software development or IT projects.
Career progression opportunities in this field are generally good, with experienced finance and accounting managers often moving into senior roles such as department head or director of finance. Many companies also offer training and development programs to help employees acquire new skills and advance their careers.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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