About the position
The Role: We are looking for a meticulous, experienced, and highly organized individual to manage our comprehensive daily and monthly financial tasks. This crucial role requires a strong understanding of full-function accounting, hands-on experience with Palladium accounting software would be advantageous, and knowledge in import/export financial processes, including the handling of purchase orders. The ideal candidate will be a proactive individual, capable of working independently and collaboratively, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all financial records.
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily & Monthly Financial Tasks:
- Manage all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable efficiently and accurately.
- Prepare and manage payroll, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements (PAYE, UIF, SDL, Bargaining Council).
- Maintaining employee records
- Conduct bank reconciliations and manage petty cash.
- Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time.
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports (e.g., income statements, balance sheets) and review final reporting.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.
- Liaise with auditors during year-end audits.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and company policies.
- Utilize Palladium accounting software proficiently for all accounting functions.
- Provide support to management on financial matters as required.
- Management accounts reporting
- Participate in stock taking and adjusting if necessary.
- Cash Flow reporting
- Import/Export:
- Process and reconcile import/export documentation, including clearing agent invoices, duties, and levies.
- Manage foreign currency transactions and revaluations.
- Track, reconcile and receipt stock at landed costs for imported goods.
- Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and local customs requirements.
- Purchase Order Management:
- Track and manage purchase orders.
- Reconcile purchase orders with invoices and delivery notes.
- Capturing of stock on Palladium
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3-5 years as an Accountant.
- Relevant BCom Accounting degree, with articles completed
- High level of integrity and confidentiality
- Proven experience in handling financial aspects of import/export operations. (e.g. landed costs, foreign currency, customs documentation).
- Solid experience in handling processing of purchase orders.
- Strong understanding of South African accounting principles (IFRS for SMEs) and tax regulations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Advantageous: proficiency and hands-on experience with Palladium accounting software.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Valid driver's license and own reliable transport (advantageous).
Application Deadline: 1 August 2025
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.
To Apply: Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their comprehensive CV to [Email Address Removed]. Please use "Accountant" as the subject line of your email.
Desired Skills:
- Integrity
- Confidentiality
- IFRS
- Microsoft Office
- Excel Advanced
- Palladium
- Attention to detail
- Accuracy
- Organizational Skills
- Good time management
- work independently
- Ability to work in a team
- Communication (Verbal And Written)
- Drivers Licence
- Own car
Desired Work Experience:
Desired Qualification Level:
About The Employer:
We are a dynamic and growing manufacturing company based in Randburg, committed to excellence and efficiency. We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Accountant to join our team and play a pivotal role in managing our financial operations, including within our import/export division.
