Stellenbosch: Accountant (With Saipa) (Ch1058) posted by Capital H Staffing and Advisory Solutions

Job Summary

Our client, a manufacturer of eco-friendly solid clay face bricks & pavers, is looking for an Accountant to join their team at their offices outside of Stellenbosch.

Reporting to the CFO.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications

• University degree (B.Comm, B.Acc) with Article experience (Preferred)
• SAIPA (or similar) qualification

Experience & Skills Required:

• 5-10 years Bookkeeping / Accounting experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in Sage Pastel Accounting
• Experience in Sage Pastel Payroll
• Fluent in English

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Record Financial Transactions:
  • Accurately capture and process all daily financial transactions into the accounting system.
  • Maintain and update ledgers, journals, and records for all financial activities.
• Reconciliation of Accounts:
  • Perform monthly bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations.
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts (e.g., debtors, creditors, and inventory) to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable:
  • Process and manage supplier invoices and ensure timely payment.
  • Issue customer invoices and monitor payments, following up on outstanding amounts.
• Prepare Trial Balance:
  • Compile and maintain accurate records up to trial balance stage.
  • Ensure the trial balance is correctly balanced, with all accounts reconciled and ready for further reporting.
• Maintain General Ledger:
  • Post journal entries and adjust as necessary to ensure accuracy in the general ledger.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal financial policies.
• Month-End and Year-End Closures:
  • Assist with month-end and year-end financial closure processes.
  • Ensure all relevant financial documents are in order for audits and statutory reporting.
• VAT and Tax Compliance:
  • Prepare VAT calculations and ensure timely submission of VAT returns.
  • Assist in preparing tax returns and other statutory financial obligations.
• Reporting and Financial Analysis:
  • Generate monthly and quarterly financial reports based on trial balance data.
  • Provide support in analysing financial data and identifying trends or discrepancies.
• Assist with Audit Preparation:
  • Provide supporting documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.
  • Respond to audit queries and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain Internal Controls:
  • Implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
  • Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures across all accounting activities.

General:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
• In keeping with our clients employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
• Please include your current salary and salary expectations.

Accountant (With Saipa) (Ch1058) position available in Western Cape, Stellenbosch. This job position was posted by Capital H Staffing and Advisory Solutions. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2024-11-24 at 13:04:55 in the Finance Accounting category

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