Financial Accountant (SAIPA)
Financial Accountant | Stellenbosch, Western Cape (Onsite)
A globally connected and highly reputable leader in the wine industry is seeking a detail-oriented, driven Financial Accountant to join their finance team on-site in Stellenbosch. This dynamic role offers deep exposure across financial reporting, statutory compliance, stock management, and foreign exchange administration, making it a perfect step for a structured accounting professional who loves process accuracy and operational variety.
Key Performance Areas:
Financial & Month-End Accounting: Perform and post monthly bank reconciliations, complete balance sheet reconciliations, process month-end journals, and maintain the fixed asset register with accurate depreciation tracking.
Statutory & Tax Compliance: Complete and submit monthly VAT201, EMP201, and withholding tax returns. Assist with internal and external audits, compile compliance data for SARS queries, and process income tax allocations.
Stock & Costing Management: Manage dry goods stock verifications, lead bi-monthly wine stock takes, and ensure correct standard costing allocations. Monitor dry goods variances and handle monthly bulk wine adjustments.
Forex & Cash Flow Administration: Load and book foreign exchange contracts (FECs) on banking portals, track incoming foreign currencies, and manage documentation requirements for commercial banks.
Systems Integration & Payroll Support: Oversee day-to-day transaction processing using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and WineMS integration tools, and assist with accurate wage processing.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: A completed Financial Accounting Diploma or BCom Degree.
Professional Registration: Registered Professional Accountant with SAIPA (Essential).
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of general financial and administration experience within a corporate environment.
Languages: Must be able to speak and understand Afrikaans fluently (NB).
Logistics: Own, reliable transport is essential for this role.
Advantageous: Prior working experience in the Wine industry and hands-on exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central are highly beneficial.
Position Details:
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape (Full-time, Onsite).
Salary Bracket: Up to R40,000 maximum gross per month (dependent on experience).
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