Accountant

Professional Summary

Wwe are seeking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant with 3 - 5 years of accounting and finance experience within South African business environments. Proficient in managing full accounting functions, financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, VAT compliance, and month-end processes. Experienced in utilizing Sage and Odoo ERP systems to optimize financial operations, improve reporting accuracy, and support business decision-making.

Key Competencies

• Financial Accounting & Reporting
• General Ledger Management
• Bank and Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
• VAT201 Preparation and Submission
• Payroll Processing and Journals
• Budgeting and Cost Control
• Cash Flow Management
• Fixed Asset Register Management
• Month-End and Year-End Closures
• Audit Preparation and Support
• Sage Accounting & Sage Evolution
• Odoo ERP Financial Management
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
• Financial Analysis

Core Responsibilities

• Processing and reviewing financial transactions.
• Preparing monthly management accounts.
• Performing bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Preparing VAT returns and ensuring SARS compliance.
• Assisting with annual audits and statutory requirements.
• Maintaining accurate general ledger records.
• Monitoring cash flow and preparing forecasts.
• Generating financial reports using Sage and Odoo.
• Supporting budgeting and financial planning activities

Requirements

• ERP Systems: Sage, Odoo
• Accounting Standards: IFRS principles awareness
• Tax Compliance: VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL
• Software: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Reporting: Financial Statements, Management Reports, Variance Analysis