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Assistant Accountant
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On-site
ZAR 200 000 - 300 000
Full time
30+ days ago
Job summary
A finance recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a skilled finance professional to manage accounts payable and receivable, overseeing key financial reporting processes. The role requires a BCom degree in Finance or equivalent, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience in accounting. Strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software like Xero are essential attributes for candidates to possess. This position offers a market-related salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in accounting, including both AP and AR.
- A good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Proactive and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full AP function, including review and approval of supplier invoices.
- Manage the customer invoicing process, ensuring accuracy in billing.
- Support external accountants in preparation of VAT returns.
Skills
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Excel
Attention to Detail
Financial Reporting
Communication
Management
Continuous Improvement
Education
BCom degree in Finance or equivalent
Tools
Xero
Sage
Job description
Job Description:
Job Description:
This is a key role that supports the Finance Manager/Head of Finance in overseeing core accounting operations, driving accurate financial reporting and improving process efficiency - particularly across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Month-end.
Key Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Salary: Market Related
Working Hours: Mon Fri 08:00 17:00pm
Surgo (Pty) Ltd will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity (EE) and is committed to maintaining diversity in its appointments. Surgo (Pty) Ltd, therefore also encourages people with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds to apply. Due to the high volume of applications, should you not receive feedback within three months upon submission, you can assume your application was unsuccessful, and we encourage you to reapply. Please note that as a registered member of APSO, Surgo (PTY) Ltd. does not hold applicants accountable for any application fee.
Your CV will be kept on our database for us to contact you should any future vacancies become available. If you do not wish for us to keep your CV for any other positions, please email recruitment@surgo.co.za
Required Skills:
• Accounts Receivable
• Operations
• Accounts Payable
• Xero
• Creditors
• Accruals
• Accountants
• Journal Entries
• Balance
• Financial Data
• Balance Sheet
• Attention To Detail
• Excel
• Cash Flow
• Returns
• Invoicing
• Financial Reporting
• Continuous Improvement
• Forecasting
• Interpersonal Skills
• Cash
• Payments
• Records
• Suppliers
• Accounting
• Preparation
• Finance
• Communication
• Management
Job Description:
This is a key role that supports the Finance Manager/Head of Finance in overseeing core accounting operations, driving accurate financial reporting and improving process efficiency - particularly across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Month-end.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable (AP):
- Oversee the full AP function, including review and approval of supplier invoices entered by the Junior Accounts Assistant
- Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers in line with agreed terms
- Review and approve coding, manage the AP ledger, and ensure completeness and accuracy of records
- Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations and investigate/resolving discrepancies
- Maintain the AP ledger, ensuring completeness and accuracy
- Manage the aged creditors report and support cash flow forecasting related to payables
- Act as the primary point of contact for supplier queries and escalations
- Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Oversee customer invoicing process, ensuring accuracy and timely billing
- Monitor debtor balances and proactively follow up on overdue accounts
- Allocate customer receipts and manage the AR ledger
- Perform regular reconciliations and investigate any variances
- Liaise with the Operations teams to resolve billing or payment issues
- Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and prepayments
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including AP/AR sub-ledgers, bank accounts, and control accounts
- Work closely with the external accountants to assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, providing supporting schedules, reconciliations, and financial data
- Identify and implement process improvements across AP, AR, and general accounting workflows
- Support external accountants in preparation of VAT returns and assist with external audits
- Provide support and guidance to junior finance staff, helping to build team capability
- Provide support to the Head of Finance or Finance Manager on any ad hoc tasks or projects as required
Requirements:
- BCom degree in Finance or is part-qualified (CIMA or equivalent), actively studying
- Minimum 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, including both AP and AR
- A good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Good Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (e.g. Xero or Sage)
- Excellent attention to detail, with strong organisational and time-management skills
- Proactive and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise across departments
- The ideal candidate will be confident working autonomously and have the ambition to progress within a dynamic finance function.
Salary: Market Related
Working Hours: Mon Fri 08:00 17:00pm
Surgo (Pty) Ltd will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity (EE) and is committed to maintaining diversity in its appointments. Surgo (Pty) Ltd, therefore also encourages people with disabilities and from other diverse backgrounds to apply. Due to the high volume of applications, should you not receive feedback within three months upon submission, you can assume your application was unsuccessful, and we encourage you to reapply. Please note that as a registered member of APSO, Surgo (PTY) Ltd. does not hold applicants accountable for any application fee.
Your CV will be kept on our database for us to contact you should any future vacancies become available. If you do not wish for us to keep your CV for any other positions, please email recruitment@surgo.co.za
Required Skills:
• Accounts Receivable
• Operations
• Accounts Payable
• Xero
• Creditors
• Accruals
• Accountants
• Journal Entries
• Balance
• Financial Data
• Balance Sheet
• Attention To Detail
• Excel
• Cash Flow
• Returns
• Invoicing
• Financial Reporting
• Continuous Improvement
• Forecasting
• Interpersonal Skills
• Cash
• Payments
• Records
• Suppliers
• Accounting
• Preparation
• Finance
• Communication
• Management
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.