Description:
My client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Accountant to take ownership of accurate financial recording, analysis, and reporting across the business.This role plays a key part in maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting management with reliable financial insights.
The successful candidate will work closely with the wider finance team, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure the integrity of all financial information.
This role is based in Centuiron.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Accounting & Reporting
Manage the day-to-day accounting activities of the organisation. Prepare, review, and maintain accurate general ledger entries, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations. Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual management and statutory financial reports. Analyse financial transactions, variances, and discrepancies, recommending corrective actions where required. Prepare and maintain financial statements, supporting schedules, and accounting records. Track and report on accounts payable and accounts receivable activity. Review accounting transactions and supporting documentation processed by the credit control function. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cashflow
Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts, including budget versus actual analysis. Prepare and monitor weekly cashflow forecasts. Review and authorise weekly local payment runs. Process and manage foreign currency payments. Perform tax planning and provide financial input to management decision-making. Statutory Compliance & Returns
Prepare and submit statutory returns and ensure ongoing compliance, including:
CIPC annual returns SARS submissions: VAT201 (calculations, reviews, and audits), Income Tax (IT14 & IT14SD), Provisional Tax (IRP6) Annual payroll reconciliations (EMP501, IRP5s) and reconciliation to annual financial statements Stats SA returns Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting standards, tax legislation, and regulatory requirements. Audit, Tax & External Liaison
Compile and prepare information for internal and external audits and reviews. Liaise with auditors, reviewers, tax practitioners, legal advisors, insurers, and banking institutions. Coordinate audit and review processes for individual entities and group companies. Prepare and review asset purchase and disposal agreements. Manage insurance-related matters relating to company assets. Liaise with banks regarding guarantees and general operational banking requirements. Gro
16 Feb 2026;
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gumtree.co.za