Accountant, Pretoria

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Perform reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Process journals, accruals, and prepayments.
• Oversee fixed asset register and depreciation calculations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Support audit processes and provide required documentation.
• Assist with VAT, tax submissions, and statutory compliance.
• Collaborate with the finance team to streamline financial processes.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (essential).
• Completed articles (SAIPA/SAICA) or similar qualification advantageous.
• 3–5 years' experience in an accounting role, preferably in the FMCG or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Syspro, SAP, Pastel).
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and time-management skills.