Job Description

ACCOUNTANT

Based in Blackheath, Cape Town, Mellon Housing Initiative (MHI) is a non-profit organization that adopts a social development approach to building quality houses for disadvantaged communities, through strategic alliances with government, the private sector, civil society organizations and individuals. Mellon Housing Initiative's strategies include: Building quality houses Community-specific capacity building & skills development ; Promoting the spirit of Philanthropy & Volunteerism.

The main functions of the Accountant will include managing and preparing financial accounts across multiple entities, including reconciliations, cashflow management, donor management, reporting and specific educational project-based accounts.

Key responsibilities:

Oversee Accounts Payable and Receivable

Cashflow Management: daily updates and monthly forecasts (6 months in advance)

Review and authorise Cashbook and Petty Cash transactions and reconciliations

Maintain and manage Labour System

Accurate and timely preparation of monthly financial statements

Annual audit preparation and management

Manage and support the Finance Team

Ensure statutory compliance at all times

Requirements:

BComm degree in Accounting or related field

Pastel Evolution accounting system

Proven track record with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar position

Experience in the construction industry would be an advantage

Driver's license and own transport, preferred

Position: Full-time, with working hours 08:00 to 17:00.

Salary: R45,000 per month, inclusive of all benefits.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a detailed CV with contactable referees.

Closing date for applications:

20 June 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R45000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/06/20
Expected Start Date: 2025/08/01