SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing year-end and interim financial results and supporting external audits and reviews
• Managing accurate financial records, reconciliations and financial reporting across various entities
• Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns and ensuring compliance with SARS and other statutory requirements
• Performing VAT and income tax control account reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting annual CIPC returns and ultimate beneficial ownership declarations
• Overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, including supplier payments, customer invoicing and payroll-related processes
• Monitoring and accurately allocating operational costs, including fuel, tolls, tyres and vehicle maintenance
• Assisting with route profitability analysis and other operational financial reporting
• Working closely with depot and operations teams to provide financial information and support
• Maintaining effective financial controls and identifying areas where processes can be improved
• Assisting the Financial Manager with various accounting, reporting and finance-related projects

Requirements:

• BCom Accounting, Finance or related qualification, or equivalent
• Completed articles with SAIPA, SAICA or CIMA
• Minimum 5 years' relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Proven experience in financial reporting, reconciliations and statutory compliance
• Good working knowledge of South African tax, particularly VAT and PAYE
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage Evolution, Pastel, Xero or similar
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• High attention to detail with sound analytical and problem-solving ability
• Able to work independently, take ownership and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

The opportunity:
This role offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a diverse finance function, with broad exposure across multiple companies, industries and operational environments. It is well suited to a proactive accounting professional who wants a role with variety, responsibility and the opportunity to work closely with management and the broader business.

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