Accountant

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Cape Town, Western Cape, ZAF
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Senior Accountant oversees accounting functions, prepares management accounts, assists in budgeting, analyzes performance trends, manages audits, and administers payroll.
Summary Generated by Built In

This role will be responsible for the accounting function as well as providing relevant support and decision-making information to other functions within the business for further optimization and efficiency

Key performance areas

  • Preparing Monthly and Quarterly Management Accounts
  • Assisting Financial Manager in preparation of Budgets and Forecasts
  • Take full responsibility for the general ledger through to the trial balance
  • Analysis of variances and to spot trends and improve company performance
  • Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly cash forecasts
  • Liaise with Department Managers to prepare meaningful and value-added variance analysis
  • Loading, authorizing and approving bank payments
  • Sales by product and user analysis
  • Compile ad-hoc reports as requested
  • Monthly reconciliations of balance sheet line items
  • Manage the audit process with the external auditing firm
  • Payroll management & administration experience required
  • Working Experience with various banking platforms
  • ERP Systems: Xero, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Online, QuickBooks

Qualifications and experience

  • BCom/BAcc Finance/Accounting degree
  • SAICA/SAIPA/ CIMA membership or completed article clerkship
  • Experience within the Tech or Hosting environment an advantage

Competencies and Skills

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent analytical abilities
  • Excellent delivery standards
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Basic understanding of API, AI & SQL
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Assertiveness and ability to influence

Protection of Personal Information (POPIA)
By submitting your application, you consent to 1-grid (Pty) Ltd collecting, processing, storing, and using your personal information for recruitment and selection purposes in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
Your personal information will be used solely to assess your suitability for employment, communicate with you regarding your application, conduct pre-employment screening (where applicable), and comply with legal and regulatory requirements. Access to your information will be restricted to authorised personnel and trusted service providers involved in the recruitment process.
Should your application be unsuccessful, your personal information may be retained for future employment opportunities for a reasonable period unless you request its deletion or withdraw your consent, subject to any legal or regulatory retention requirements.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this notice and consent to the processing of your personal information as described above.

Skills Required

  • BCom/BAcc Finance/Accounting degree
  • 3 years' experience in a similar role
  • SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA membership or completed article clerkship
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The Company
HQ: Western Cape
38 Employees
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

We empower South African website owners and businesses to thrive online. Our platform delivers affordable web hosting solutions paired with exceptional support. From seamless domain registration to reliable hosting, robust security, and professional email services, we provide simple solutions for every stage of your business's growth.

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