Assistant Accountant

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Job SummaryAssistant AccountantAre you ready to take your accounting career to the next level and be part of a vibrant team?We're searching for an enthusiastic Assistant Accountant who is passionate about numbers and eager to make a real difference. In this role, you'll be a key player in our finance team, ensuring everything runs smoothly.What You'll Do:

  • Oversee the daily administration and maintenance of our investment programmes and project systems.
  • Handle settlements for month-end closings with accuracy.
  • Provide valuable insights by managing weekly cash flow related to capital and operational expenditure (CAPEX) projects.
  • Maintain and update the fixed asset registers for the division.
  • Review and verify income and expenses before the month-end to ensure accuracy.
  • Manage inventory reporting and ensure precise tracking.
  • Prepare and process accurate journals for the General Ledger.
  • Handle monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including VAT, with precision.
  • Assist in preparing financial analysis with commentary to close off the reporting month.
  • Contribute to the preparation of input schedules for statutory returns (Income Tax and VAT).
  • Help with the preparation of financial statements and ensure we're audit-ready with comprehensive schedules.
  • Provide backup support to other Assistant Accountants and tackle ad-hoc tasks as needed.
What You Bring:
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, with a strong grasp of numbers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with everyone from senior management to operational staff.
  • A solid understanding of accounting and financial principles, processes, and practices.
  • Experience in managing fixed assets and CAPEX is essential.
  • High attention to detail with a well-organised and structured approach to your work.
  • A team-player attitude, with the ability to promote teamwork and put the success of the team above your own interests.
  • Flexibility to adapt positively to change and handle longer working hours during peak periods with ease.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • BCom Accounting or National Diploma in Accounting.
  • 2-4 years of relevant experience in a similar finance role.
  • Experience with SAP is required, and familiarity with Sage is a bonus as we are transitioning to this system.
  • Working knowledge of Income Tax and VAT legislation.
  • Experience with fixed assets is highly advantageous.
Why You'll Love This Role:If you're detail-oriented, highly organised, and excited about contributing to a dynamic finance team, this is your chance to grow and develop in an environment that values innovation and excellence. Join us and be part of something bigger-where your skills and expertise will truly make an impact!O'Brien RecruitmentRecruiter

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1340610
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned