Accounting & Finance Jobs in Durbanville

Medium sized growing company based in Kenilworth Cape Town is looking for an Accounts Manager/Accountant to manage a group of books for the logistics industry. Career growth Opportunities.


The role requires the candidate to wear multiple hats in that:

It is client-facing, requiring the ability to engage, debate and work with and manage clients and their expectations

It requires the candidate to fully understand accounting principles and be able to perform clients monthly accounting work as well as prepare year-end Annual Financial Statements in Caseware

It requires the candidate to be highly conscientious, organized and efficient in terms of the administrative work that is also inherent in the role.

It requires the candidate to be analytically minded and be able to analyze a set of monthly accounts and provide feedback to management as well as to clients.

It requires the candidate to have sound knowledge of business principles and be able to communicate, advise and, at times, enforce such business principles
Responsibilities  

Monthly invoicing for services rendered

Making payments on Standard Bank BOL for monthly expenses

Running payroll and ensuring all employees are paid

Monthly and bi-monthly PAYE and VAT submissions

Preparing monthly cashbooks

Producing monthly management accounts, reports, budget vs actuals etc and providing feedback to management on the analysis done.

Monthly Cashflow management and analyses

Other business admin incl. insurance claims handling and submissions, national bargaining council registrations,

Daily communication with clients via whatsapp

Fielding queries from clients and addressing them timeously

Travelling with the team to meetings with clients for face-to-face feedback on their business

Developing and teaching clients business acumen including sound business principles

Ensuring clients follow sound business principles.
Annual Responsibilities:
-Annual IRP5 submissions and recons
-Annual WCA submissions
- Annual Financial Statement Preparation
*Added bonus if candidate has a sound knowledge of taxation and is able to do income tax and provisional tax calculations and submissions. (No need to be a tax practitioner as candidate would be working under a registered tax practitioner)
Candidate to have requisite experience with:
Pastel
Caseware
Pastel Payroll
Excel and ability to work with data â?? including pivot tables, vlookupâ??s etc

Other requirements:

BCom with Minimum SAIPA qualified otherwise demonstrable experience and track record in accounting

Ability to travel and spend a night away from home from time to time.
Ability to work daily f

Financial reports on a monthly and ad-hoc basis to support the team's strategic decision-making
Budgeting & Forecasting
Variance Analysis
Manage special projects

Qualification:
Bcom Accounting / Bcompt Accounting
SAICA or SAIPA Articles are advantageous


Contact LEE-ANN SASMAN on

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12
• 2 years experience within a Debtors role
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage workload under pressure

Duties:

• Phoning clients regarding outstanding accounts and following up on payments
• Data capturing and keeping records of conversations
• Weekly and monthly debtors reporting to the CFO and executive team
• Allocating incoming payments accurately to debtor accounts
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all debtor transactions
• Resolving client queries professionally and promptly

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contactedContact clients for remittance advice to ensure proper allocation

Accountant Duties:

Vat, how to work out sales, cost of sales, mark ups, profit must be good at it

• Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analysing account information.
• Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
• Recommends financial actions by analysing accounting options.
• Summarizes current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports.
• Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
• Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• Guided accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information.
• Secures financial information by completing database backups.
• Processing financial data on Pastel
• Maintaining financial records for international companies.
• VAT submissions
• Income Tax
• PAYE
• Monthly payroll.
• Preparation of loan schedules.
• Preparation of (AFS) Audit Files.
• Lifestyle balance sheet and Income statements for Moti Family.
• Tax invoices for vehicle sales and metal products.
• Assist Management or such other persons as the Company may, from time to time, request.

Saipa registration will be an advantage

Cost management experience

Must have experience with the following:

Sage Pastel

Excel

Costings and Budgets

Cash Flow forecasts

Job Requirements:

• Proficient in using SQL and SQL Queries
• Must have some management or leadership experience
• Advantageous to be experienced in both manual and automation testing
• 3+ years' experience in testing

Minimum requirements:

• Matric
• Strong administration skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel)
• Pastel Partner knowledge is essential
• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential
• Experience working with group companies
• Ability to work under pressure
• Own transport

Duties:

• Capturing of bank statements, invoices, and source documents
• Reconciliation of general ledger accounts, supplier accounts, and customer accounts up to Trial Balance
• Build up working papers and accounting/audit files for Accountant and Management
• Assist the finance and accounting departments where needed
• Filing of documents in the accounting and finance department
• Assist with financial reporting and administration

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Role and Responsibilities:
In this role, you will be responsible for executing all aspects of a diverse and complex IT programme, including multiple large-scale IT projects. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of our IT portfolio, aligning it with business strategies and operational goals.

Your role will involve:

• Programme Management:
• • Plan, execute, and monitor all aspects of complex IT programmes, ensuring timely delivery, functionality, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Manage the critical path, contingencies, scope changes, and budget.
  • Oversee programme communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Portfolio Management:
• • Establish, manage, and execute the IT portfolio in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, based on business demand.
  • Incorporate Business Unit (BU) strategy, business plans, and IT/Operational Technology (OT) strategy into a balanced IT portfolio.
  • Coordinate and prioritize the IT portfolio across various stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Project Delivery:
• • Apply in-depth knowledge of IT project delivery methodologies and IT infrastructure to drive successful project outcomes.
  • Ensure that Agile principles are embedded in project execution, fostering adaptability and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Honours Degree in IT, Business, or a related field.
• Agile Practitioner Certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification.
• Proven experience in dealing with large budgets.
• At least 5 years of experience in managing large-scale, complex IT programmes and projects.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and project delivery methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a forward-thinking company? If you have the grit, passion, and expertise were looking for, wed love to hear from you.

Apply Now!

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice verification, coding, and processing, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly
• Maintain accurate records of vendor accounts, payments, and outstanding balances
• Coordinate with internal departments to obtain necessary approvals for invoices and resolve any discrepancies
• Prepare and process payment runs, ensuring compliance with payment terms and company policies
• Review and analyze expense reports and employee reimbursements for accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Collaborate with procurement and purchasing teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase orders and goods receipts
• Liaise with vendors to resolve payment-related queries and build strong relationships with key suppliers
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations and accruals
• Prepare reports and provide financial analysis related to accounts payable activities
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and changes in regulations related to accounts payable processesnimum requirements:

• Degree / Diploma in finance, accounting, or a related field
• 10 years of experience in accounts payable or creditors clerk role
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles, processes, and best practices
• Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data manipulation
• Experience working with SAP or other ERP systems, with the ability to navigate and extract relevant information
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy in data entry and financial calculations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, review and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness and proper authorization
• Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery receipts
• Enter invoice details on ERP for payment processing
• Reconcile vendor statements with accounts payable records to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies, investigate and resolve billing issues and pricing discrepancies with vendors
• Maintain organized and accurate records for all invoices, payments and supporting documentation
• Timely and accurate processing of cashbook, credit card and ad hoc banking transactions for multiple companies
• Escalate unresolved queries as per established processes
• Assist various team functions on an ad hoc basis

Minimum Requirements:

• A BCom degree in Accounting or Finance
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work within a diversified team
• Analytical and detail oriented
• Self-starter with the ability to work with a sense of urgency in a multi-tasking environment
• Deadline oriented and strong time management skills
• Computer literate in Word, Excel (V-look up) and Outlook

Oversee the entire financial function, including monthly management accounts and reporting
Manage and perform consolidations across multiple entities and subsidiaries
Ensure accurate stock control and cost trackingFMCG experience highly beneficial
Operate and manage financial systems using Pastel Evolution
Liaise with external auditors, assist with annual financial statements, and ensure compliance
Collaborate with operational teams and provide financial insights to support strategic decisions
Report directly to the CEO and Group CFO and support group-level financial planning

Skills & Experience:
Proven experience in a stock-driven environmentFMCG experience is highly advantageous
Strong working knowledge of Pastel Evolution
A proactive, detail-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a fast-moving, hands-on role with broad exposure across business functions

Qualification:
BCom Accounting / BCompt degree
Completed SAICA articles, with 3 years post-articles experience

If you're ready to take ownership of the finance function in a thriving FMCG business, and youre looking for a role where your contribution is visible and valued, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next big step in your finance career!


Contact CORNE JONKER on

Responsibilities:

• Processing all invoices received for payment and undertaking the payment of all municipal creditors in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.
• Process invoices on SAGE X3 and outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Performing day-to-day financial transactions, including auditing, computing, posting, and recording accounts payable data.
• Prepare invoices, creditor reconciliations and bank payments.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Verify discrepancies before month end and resolve suppliers billing issues.
• Sending remittances and supporting documents to customers.
• Perform any other ad-hoc finance related tasks assigned.

Requirements:

• Fully Bilingual (Afrikaans and English)
• Sage X3 experience will be an advantage
• Must be computer literate with strong Excel skills
• Excellent client service and negotiating skills
• Good verbal and written skills
• Matric (Mathematics and Accounting will be an advantage)
• Timekeeping and planning
• Deadline and goal orientated
• Work well under pressure
• Valid driverâ??s license