Accountant, Durban

Role Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to provide financial and accounting support across the business. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial processes, enabling clear visibility of income and expenses to support effective decision-making.Key Responsibilities

Payments&Creditors Cycle

Review purchase orders and billing on a bi-weekly basis

Perform creditors reconciliations prior to payment

Process expense accruals and maintain the fixed asset register

Ensure accuracy in GL allocations and VAT treatment

Maintain compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g. SARS, FSCA)

Debtors Control

Ensure responsible teams are on top of client invoicing, based on renewal months

Ensure accuracy and completeness of invoicing data based on forecasted revenue

Follow up with teams on age analysis to ensure premiums are paid

Maintain clean reconciliations and minimise aged debtors

Communicate age analysis and reconciliations to stakeholders

Premium Reconciliations

Allocate premium payments and manage reconciliations

Process premium refunds and insurer payments

Perform debit order collections and related reconciliations

Investigate and resolve premium-related queries

Ensure premium reconciliations are done between Tial and Bank

Culture&Continuous Improvement

Actively contribute to a collaborative and high-performance team culture

Take ownership of personal development and upskilling

Participate in cross-functional initiatives

Technology&Systems Enablement

Effectively use accounting and policy admin systems (e.g. Xero and Tial) and reporting tools

Adapt to system enhancements, automation, and digital transformation initiatives

Support efficiency improvements through technology adoption

Ad Hoc Duties

Support the Finance Manager and broader business with ad hoc financial tasks as required

Minimum Requirements

Degree in Accounting

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role

Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax

Strong numerical and analytical ability

Knowledge, Skills&Competencies

Solid experience in reconciliations, financial reporting, and management accounting

Proficiency in MS Excel and cloud-based accounting systems

Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines consistently

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Resilient, proactive, and able to take initiative

Advantageous

Experience with Xero and/or Tial system

Premium administration experience

Proven track record of exceeding performance expectations

Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and efficiencies

Working Conditions This is a

hybrid role . Employees are required to have a suitable home office setup in line with company IT requirements. Regional office facilities are also available.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit their CV in PDF format, limited to a maximum of 4 pages, and include a professional profile photo. Please note that generic Indeed CVs, excessively long CVs (over 4 pages), or applications submitted without a profile image will not be considered.

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