Assistant Accountant

Our commercial client is looking for an Assistant Accountant with min 3 years’ experience in the full accounting cycle up to trial balance for multiple companies reporting to the accountant (PASTEL / SAGE). Property (developments, rental, funding) experience would be seen as an advantage.

Salary: Up to R 30 000pm

Min Requirements

1. Financial / Accounting / Bookkeeping Certificate / Diploma or degree added bonus.
2. Minimum 3 years’ relevant accounting experience.
3. Computer literate in MS Office and advanced Excel.
4. Proven track record with excellent references needed.
5. Property (developments, rental, funding) experience would be seen as an advantage.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in the Full accounting function, up to trial balance for multiple companies Income statement and Balance sheet.
2. Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations (including schedules).
3. Pastel processing: Monthly journal entries and daily cashbook entries.
4. Ensure integrity and accuracy of accounts.
5. Prepare journals, accruals, and adjustments as necessary.
6. Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
7. Inter-company recharges and transactions.
8. Cashbook management: Daily cash management and bank reconciliation of multiple entities.
9. Full debtors and creditors function.
10. Assisting with audits and independent reviews for all group companies.
11. Working with credit team to assist in monthly accounting and tracking of loans.
12. Assist credit team with deal related queries.
13. Liaising with various stakeholders (attorneys, banks, municipalities, vendors, etc.).
14. Assist with VAT / Tax administration, working with Accountant and Tax practitioner.