Job Summary
This role is ideal for an accountant who enjoys being close to operations, owning the numbers end to end, and working across multiple stakeholders. You’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate financial processes, supporting cost control initiatives, and delivering reliable reporting that supports operational and management decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Operations & Accounting
- Manage and reconcile creditors (local and foreign suppliers), ensuring accurate and timeous payments.
- Oversee the full billing and invoicing process for services rendered.
- Manage cash collections and ensure receivables are collected in line with credit terms.
- Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accurate posting of all transactions.
- Maintain the general ledger, including accruals, prepayments, and provisions.
- Accounting up to trial balance level.
Month-End & Reporting- Drive the month-end close process and ensure reporting deadlines are met.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, including debtors, creditors, accruals, and intercompany accounts.
- Assist with monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and reporting packs.
- Monitor performance against budget and highlight risks and opportunities.
Procurement, Cost Control & Operational Support- Partner with operations and procurement teams to support cost-saving initiatives.
- Assist with procurement projects, supplier compliance, and contract reviews.
- Act as the finance point of contact for operational teams, providing insight and support.
- Liaise with internal departments to resolve finance-related queries.
- Support operational audits, compliance reviews, and internal controls.
Projects & Ad Hoc Support- Assist with finance projects, business cases, and capital initiatives.
- Support system enhancements and process improvements (ERP / reporting tools).
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance (essential).
- Part-qualified or qualified SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA advantageous.
- Minimum 2+ years’ experience in an operational accounting role.
- Strong exposure to creditors, billing, collections, and month-end processes.
- Experience within hospitality, travel, tourism, logistics, or service-based environments advantageous.
- Proficient in Excel and accounting/ERP systems (SAP or Navision beneficial).
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally and under pressure.
Apply now!
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.
For more information, contact:
Lindi Will
Researcher: Finance
012 348 4940