Job Description

General accounting and financial reporting

Prepare and review monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Manage the full general ledger function, including journals, reconciliations, and adjustments.

Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.

Coordinate and assist with internal and external audits, providing required documentation and resolving audit queries.

Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure all accounts are up to date and accurate.

Tax and compliance

Manage and prepare VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions to SARS in line with deadlines.

Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation and internal controls.

Liaise with external tax advisors and regulatory bodies as needed.

Cash flow and treasury

Monitor and manage daily cash flow and liquidity.

Review and perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.

Forecast and report on cash requirements and variances.

Accounts payable and receivable

Oversee and actively support the end-to-end Accounts Payable and Receivable functions

Capture and process supplier invoices, credit notes, and customer receipts.

Reconcile supplier and customer statements and resolve discrepancies.

Load and manage approved payment batches.

Maintain up-to-date creditors and debtors ledgers, ensuring all transactions are accurate and supported by appropriate documentation.

Liaise with suppliers to resolve queries.

Manage and reconcile 3rd-party payment gateways (e.g., PayU, Payflex, Mobicred, etc.).

Prepare monthly accounts receivable analysis reports and escalate overdue accounts in line with credit control policies.

Operational finance and support

Provide financial insights and support to operational teams and Exco.

Prepare financial reports and presentations for management review.

Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.

Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and control.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

BCom in Accounting or equivalent.

Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles.

Experience:

Minimum 2-3 years post-articles experience in a similar role.

Strong hands-on experience in both Accounts Payable and Receivable.

Experience in e-commerce, retail will be advantageous.

Technical skills:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

Solid knowledge of IFRS and South African tax legislation.

Core competencies:

Strong analytical and numerical skills.

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Effective communication skills across all levels.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.