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About the job Accountant

Accountant  Modderfontein – Salary R40 000

A well-established company is looking for a hands-on Senior Accountant / Bookkeeper to take full ownership of the finance function, including payroll, month-end processing, statutory submissions, creditors, and general office/HR administration.

This role suits someone who is deadline-driven, highly organised, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Finance & Admin

  • Process invoices daily and ensure accurate allocation to correct accounts
  • Manage day-to-day supplier payments (review and release payments)
  • Follow up on outstanding client payments
  • Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and credit control accounts
  • Support general office administration and filing compliance

Payroll & Wages

  • Full payroll processing using Pastel Payroll
  • Prepare weekly wages (metal industry experience beneficial)
  • Ensure payslips are issued and salary changes are authorised
  • Prepare salary/wage schedules and ensure commission is included

Month-End & Reporting

  • Prepare journals and complete month-end to Trial Balance
  • Produce Trial Balance reports for management with relevant commentary
  • Reconcile open documents and resolve reconciling items
  • Maintain month-end checklists and supporting documentation files

Creditors, Stock & Imports

  • Capture and reconcile creditors (including import creditors and VAT)
  • Match supplier invoices to purchase orders
  • Ensure stock take is finalised and reports are obtained (adjustments, waste, theft, values)
  • Prepare monthly/weekly/fortnightly creditor payment lists

Fixed Assets

  • Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register
  • Calculate and process monthly depreciation journals

Statutory Submissions

  • Submit VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL on time
  • Manage EMP reconciliations and provisional tax submissions
  • Ensure annual compliance submissions are completed

Additional Responsibilities

  • General HR support (leave forms, staff loans, filing)
  • Manage junior staff (bookkeeper and receptionist)
  • Assist with BEE admin/verification preparation
  • Liaise with IT consultants and support banking-related admin
  • Compile annual equity and MERSETA reports

Minimum Requirements

  • Strong experience with Pastel Partner
  • Proven payroll experience using Pastel Payroll
  • Solid understanding of VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and statutory compliance
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills
  • Valid drivers licence and own reliable transport

Key Competencies

  • Deadline-driven and structured
  • Team player with strong communication skills
  • Able to multitask and take initiative
  • Comfortable managing both finance and admin responsibilities

If you match the above and enjoy a role where you can truly own the finance function end-to-end, we'd love to hear from you.