Western Cape: Accountant posted by Helderberg Personnel

About the Role

The Accountant role at Helderberg Personnel is a critical position that oversees the effective functioning of the finance department through accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and adherence to statutory requirements. The successful candidate will ensure efficient month-end processes, cash flow oversight, compliance, and supports organisational performance through sound financial systems and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide the finance team with clear goals and expectations
• Provide coaching, cross-skilling, and continuous development
• Monitor outputs, address performance issues, and conduct quarterly reviews
• Ensure effective communication, accurate reporting, and productive meetings

• Manage the full month-end process and required checklists
• Review journals, provisions, control accounts, loan accounts, and GL accuracy
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management accounts by day seven
• Maintain complete, accurate, and auditable month-end files and backups

• Oversee daily bank imports and ensure cash books are processed and reconciled weekly
• Review petty cash and credit card reconciliations
• Manage cash flow planning and liaise with banks on queries, fees, and documentation

• Oversee debtor account approvals, reference checks, and credit checks
• Review weekly age analysis and follow up on outstanding queries
• Ensure interest calculations on overdue accounts are processed correctly
• Assess impact of outstanding debt on company cash flow and profitability

• Review new supplier setups and ensure validity of banking and contact details
• Monitor creditors age analysis and ensure correct allocation to invoices
• Review and sign off reconciled supplier accounts and ensure timely payments
• Resolve escalated supplier queries and courier account discrepancies

• Submit VAT201 and EMP201 accurately and on time
• Complete annual CIPC submissions and maintain required documentation
• Ensure full compliance with tax legislation and statutory requirements

• Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset Register monthly
• Oversee annual assets verification and audit readiness
• Coordinate yearly audits, address queries, and implement improvements post-audit

• Oversee payroll accuracy for wage and salary staff
• Review payroll-related administration (leave, ETI, equity, employee records)
• Process payroll journals (PAYE, UIF, SDL, ETI, deductions)
• Ensure timely completion of WSP and COIDA submissions

• Maintain accurate record-keeping and filing systems
• Monitor stock impacts on cash flow and financial performance
• Escalate urgent finance matters through the correct channels

Requirements

• BCom Accounting, Finance, or equivalent (essential)
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles advantageous
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a full accounting role
• Strong month-end, reporting, and reconciliation expertise
• Solid understanding of tax legislation (VAT, EMP201), payroll standards, and audit preparation
• Experience managing creditors, debtors, cash books, and fixed assets

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications not specified