Accountant, Bookkeeper

PRIMARY TARGET POSITIONS
Financial Accountant
Senior Accountant
Management Accountant
Accountant (Full Function)
Financial Reporting Accountant

SENIOR / LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Accounting Manager
Finance Manager
Senior Bookkeeper Supervisor / Accounts Manager

INDUSTRY SPECIFIC POSITIONS
Inventory Accountant
Cost Accountant
Audit Preparation / Finance Compliance Officer

Skills

CORE ACCOUNTING & FINANCE SKILLS
Full accounting function management (end-to-end bookkeeping to financial reporting)
Preparation of monthly management accounts and annual financial statements
Budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial planning
SARS tax compliance and statutory returns (VAT, income tax, etc.)
Bank, debtors, creditors, and general ledger reconciliations
Payroll journal processing and month-end adjustments (accruals & amortisations)
Audit preparation and maintaining audit-ready financial records
Inventory costing, stock control, and stock reconciliation
Financial analysis for decision-making and business performance tracking

SYSTEMS & SOFTWARE
Sage Accounting
Pastel Evolution
Pastel Partner
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
General accounting systems, internet & email tools

OPERATIONAL & LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Supervision and management of accounting staff
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
Workflow control and process improvement
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Time management and ability to meet strict deadlines
Strong communication and reporting to management

Experience

Professional Experience


Accountant – Afrimart Online (Pty) Ltd
January 2020 – May 2025

Managed the full accounting function of the business
Prepared monthly management accounts and annual financial statements
Ensured timely submission of SARS tax returns and statutory compliance
Performed bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
Processed journal entries, accruals, and financial adjustments
Assisted with cash flow forecasting and financial planning
Analysed financial data to support management decision-making
Ensured audit-ready financial records at all times
Supervised and supported accounting staff


Accountant – Eunicore (Pty) Ltd
June 2011 – September 2019

Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Developed budgets and annual cash flow forecasts
Processed VAT calculations and company tax computations
Managed control account reconciliations and month-end closing
Processed payroll journals, accruals, and amortisations
Conducted stock costing and inventory control
Coordinated year-end audit processes
Supervised accounting staff and supported management reporting
Ensured compliance with financial reporting and statutory requirements


Bookkeeper – Celsys Limited
January 2002 – May 2011

Managed day-to-day bookkeeping functions including cashbook processing
Handled debtors and creditors processing and reconciliations
Processed invoices, receipts, payments, and journal entries
Maintained bank reconciliations and financial records
Managed inventory transactions and stock reporting
Prepared monthly accounting schedules and reports
Assisted in financial administration and reporting duties

Details

Remuneration:R15000 to 45000
Province:Gauteng
Education level:Diploma
Have own transport:Yes
City:Johannesburg
Type:Permanent Contract Temporary
Job level:Management (Snr - Executive, 5+ yrs)


Posted on 27 May 09:48, Closing date 31 Dec