Accountant, Port Elizabeth

Accountant

Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)

Market-related salary

An established and growing healthcare management organisation is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accountant to join their finance team in Port Elizabeth / GQ. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to grow within a structured and impactful organisation. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Manager: Finance and Accounting and you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and supporting operational excellence across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts
• Perform VAT (VAT201) calculations, submissions, and reconciliations
• Submit EMP201 returns
• Manage bank-related transactions and reconciliations
• Review and approve creditors reconciliations
• Process month-end journals and financial data
• Maintain and reconcile intercompany transactions and loan accounts
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Support cash flow forecasting and financial planning
• Engage with Facility Managers to resolve queries and provide financial support
• Contribute to ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Minimum Requirements

• Experience with SAGE Intacct or Evolution Accounting
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and compliance
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and MS Office skills
• Ability to quickly grasp industry-specific (healthcare) requirements