VACANCY: ACCOUNTANT
The successful applicant will report to the Group Senior Accountant.
Perform daily and monthly financial processing
Ensure accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
Bookkeeping up to Trial Balance
Calculate VAT payable/refundable and submit VAT returns to SARS
Perform VAT reconciliations
Review debtors and creditors reconciliations
Complete balance sheet account reconciliations
Analyse financial records and transactions
Monitor and supervise clerical accounting staff
Provide support and training to administrative employees, assisting with queries and daily operational matters
Assist external auditors with year-end queries
Bill expenses across group entities
Prepare journal entries (daily, ad hoc, and month-end) and support the month-end close process
Assist with budget and forecast preparation
Maintain the fixed asset register and manage capex project accounting
Review wage payroll
Participate in stock counts
Prepare monthly and ad hoc management accounts to provide insight into financial performance
RequirementsMinimum Job Requirements
Relevant accounting qualification
Proven working experience as an Accountant
Solid understanding of accounting principles
Computer literacy and strong data capture skills
Advanced spreadsheet experience (good knowledge of Excel and formulae)
Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Minimum 5 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment (advantageous)
Sage experience (advantageous)
Power BI experience (advantageous)
Skills Required
- Relevant accounting qualification
- Proven working experience as an Accountant
- Solid understanding of accounting principles
- Computer literacy and strong data capture skills
- Advanced spreadsheet experience
- Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Minimum 5 years' experience within a manufacturing environment
- Sage experience
- Power BI experience
What We Do
PLLP offers accounting, business development, and legal consultancy services, with over 50 years of experience helping to transform distressed businesses into profitable ventures.
