Accounts Officer

📋 Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update financial records, ledgers, and journals
• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions
• Prepare and issue invoices, credit notes, and statements
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding payments

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts
• Assist in preparing monthly management reports and financial statements
• Support Tax/VAT submissions and statutory returns

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies
• Assist with audit preparation and documentation
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, banks)
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, Pastel, QuickBooks, SAP) and MS Excel
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity and discretion in handling confidential financial data

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, preferred.
• 24 years of experience in a finance or accounting role
• Experience with multi-brand or multi-entity environments is advantageous
• Knowledge of South African tax and payroll regulations preferred