Finance Lead
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Statutory Compliance: Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and other statutory returns accurately and on time.
- Tax Management: Execute VAT apportionment calculations, prepare Income and Provisional Tax documentation, and assist in audit preparation.
- Audit & Month-End: Lead month-end close processes and coordinate the annual audit by preparing all schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Team Oversight: Coordinate the daily, weekly, and monthly deliverables of the finance and payroll administrators, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
- Technical Support: Serve as the go-to technical expert on QuickBooks, payroll software, and complex reconciliations.
- Quality Control: Review and verify bank reconciliations, tenant deposit accounts, payment runs, and journals before management sign-off.
- Payroll Management: Oversee the complete payroll process including statutory filings, leave management, and payslip distribution.
- Collections & Accounts Payable Oversight: Drive debtor collections and monitor supplier payments to maintain smooth cash flow.
- Training & Development: Onboard and train new team members on financial systems, controls, and processes.
- Process Improvement: Continuously identify and implement improvements to workflows and internal controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Education & Experience: Matric and a relevant finance or accounting degree (essential).
Deep understanding of VAT, accounting principles, and South African payroll regulations. To apply, please send your CV to
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1594890
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned