Accountant (JB6065), Soweto

Accountant (JB6065) Gillitts, KwaZulu-Natal

R30 - R35 000 CTC per month

Permanent

Seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to manage financial reporting, reconciliations, statutory submissions, and month-end accounting functions within a professional accounting environment. This role requires a strong accounting professional with experience across financial reporting, bookkeeping, tax compliance, and management reporting, who can work independently while maintaining high levels of accuracy and compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting financial operations, reporting processes, and audit readiness across multiple client portfolios.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Minimum 5-10 years' accounting experience

Experience working on Pastel Accounting, Sage Online, Xero, and QuickBooks

Experience working on Taxbox or similar income tax software

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations

Experience with bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting

Experience preparing VAT and statutory submissions

Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Duties and Responsibilities Financial Reporting&Accounting

Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and management reports.

Process journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities.

Prepare draft financial statements using Draftworx.

Accounts Payable&Receivable

Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

Reconcile supplier and customer accounts and resolve discrepancies where required.

Banking&Reconciliations

Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile general ledger accounts.

Ensure all reconciliations are accurate, complete, and audit-ready.

Tax&Statutory Compliance

Prepare VAT and statutory submissions in line with compliance requirements.

Support tax compliance and assist with related financial processes.

Budgets, Forecasting&Analysis

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

Analyse financial data and provide management with financial insights and reports.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.

Audit&Compliance Support

Support internal and external audit processes.

Maintain compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.

Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.

Benefits

Opportunity to work within a professional accounting environment

Exposure to multiple accounting systems and client portfolios

Hands‑on role across reporting, compliance, and financial operations

Stable office‑based position with growth potential

Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.

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