WHO ARE WE :
We are a global strategic branding, marketing and communications agency.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR :
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Accountant to join our finance team in Johannesburg.
Position Summary
You will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations, including revenue management, debtors control, project cost reporting and audit support. This mid-level role serves as a key liaison between Finance and the Client Service Teams, ensuring accurate billing, revenue recognition and financial tracking for all projects.
WHAT WILL YOU DO :
- Prepare and issue client invoices accurately and in line with project milestones
- Manage revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with IFRS 15
- Conduct weekly Billings Reports and lead the Billings Meeting with Client Service
- Maintain the debtors ledger, manage collections and produce aged debtors analysis
- Prepare and review project cost estimates and profitability reports in Chase
- Support month-end close with reconciliations and journal entries
- Prepare schedules for audit, VAT and management reporting
- Review petty cash balances weekly and confirm reconciliations
- Collaborate with the Junior Accountant to ensure expense, asset and cost data accuracy
- Assist the Finance Manager in forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis
- Contribute to continuous improvement in systems and internal controls
WHAT DO YOU NEED :
B.Com Accounting or Finance degree (professional qualification or articles advantageous)3–6 years’ accounting experience, ideally within a project-based or professional services environmentStrong understanding of accounting principles and financial processesExperience with ERP systems preferred (Chase and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central advantageous)Strong Excel and reporting skillsAttention to detail, analytical ability and effective communication with non-financial stakeholdersPerformance Indicators
Timeliness and accuracy of invoicing and revenue recognitionAccuracy of financial reconciliations and audit schedulesQuality and usefulness of Billings Report insightsControl over debtors and reduction of outstanding balancesContribution to efficient month-end close and reporting cycles