Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This role is integral to maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the business through insightful financial reporting and continuous process improvement. If you are a proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for improving financial processes, we would like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate cost analysis. Manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to finance procedures. Prepare and maintain balance sheet, creditor, and intercompany reconciliations, resolving outstanding items promptly. Process journals, maintain the Fixed Asset Register, finance charge schedules, and vehicle asset finance transactions. Process supplier invoices, intercompany transactions, COD claims, and salary invoices using Sage Evolution. Perform inventory reconciliations for the Fuel Bowser system and packaging materials. Prepare and post fuel depot and TFN journals, including intercompany transactions. Support the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams with queries and documentation. Conduct cost analysis, prepare management reports, and facilitate branch financial review meetings with senior management. Prepare VAT submissions, manage tax administration, and assist with year-end audits and IFRS compliance. Collect and consolidate KPIs for Business Scorecard reporting. Maintain cashbook transactions and ensure payment accuracy through Standard Bank Online. Verify banking details and payment approvals in accordance with internal control procedures. Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Prepare ad hoc financial reports and provide support on finance-related projects. Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes. Drive continuous improvement through dashboards, business intelligence reporting, and finance process enhancements. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (BCom or equivalent) – essential. Minimum 5 years' accounting experience, preferably within the Logistics or Manufacturing industry. Experience in financial management and creditors. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with Sage Evolution is essential; IDU Reporting will be advantageous. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Highly detail-oriented with excellent planning and time management skills. Should you meet the requirements for the position, please apply!