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Half-Day Accountant (JB6312)

  • Wynberg, Gauteng
  • Accounting/Finance

Half-Day Accountant (JB6312)
Sandton, Johannesburg
R18 – R20 000 CTC per month
Permanent

Working hours:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 09:00–14:00, with some flexibility.
Additional flexibility may be required during month-end and payroll periods.

Seeking an experienced Accountant to manage the full accounting function and payroll for a single entity with an annual turnover of approximately R25 million.

The successful candidate will handle day-to-day accounts, month-end reporting, statutory submissions and payroll for approximately 60 employees. This role requires someone who can work independently, manage deadlines and complete accurate work with minimal supervision.

The position offers a reduced working week, flexibility and responsibility for the accounting function, working closely with the internal administrator and director.

Minimum Requirements:
BCom degree in Accounting or a related field.
Completed accounting articles would be beneficial.
Experience managing the full accounting function through to month-end reporting.
Practical experience with cashbooks, debtors, creditors, bank reconciliations and VAT.
Experience processing payroll, including wages, overtime and salary advances.
Knowledge of Sage Evolution and Pastel Payroll would be advantageous. Experience using other accounting and payroll packages will be considered.
Ability to manage multiple bank, credit card, call and loan accounts.
Strong attention to detail, self-discipline and time management.
Ability to work independently and attend the office regularly.
Industry-specific experience is not essential.
Availability to start in November would be preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage the full accounting function for one entity.
Maintain cashbooks and reconcile bank, credit card, call and loan accounts.
Manage debtors and creditors, including invoicing and payment allocations.
Prepare and load payments for director authorisation.
Complete month-end processing and prepare monthly financial reports for the director.
Prepare VAT returns and manage relevant SARS submissions and payments.
Process payroll for approximately 60 employees, with payroll runs on the 15th and at month-end.
Process casual wages, salary advances and approved overtime.
Work closely with the administrator, who checks timesheets and overtime and prepares supporting information.
Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation for the auditor.
Plan and complete invoicing, payroll and financial processing ahead of the December shutdown.
Ensure accounting, payroll and statutory deadlines are met.

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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