Accountant

Unique Personnel boasts over 50 years (established in 1970) of personnel and staffing experience, so it's not surprising that even though our main focus has been providing on South African Staffing Solutions, we now recruit internationally for over 5000 clients Duties & Responsibilities

Role Description

Core Accounting & General Ledger

• Record daily financial transactions and post journal entries (accruals, prepayments, adjusting entries).
• Maintain and balance the general ledger, sub-ledgers, and trial balance.
• Maintain the fixed asset register, calculating monthly depreciation and recording acquisitions and disposal of assets

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier statements, and schedule weekly/monthly payment runs.
• Generate customer invoices, track outstanding accounts receivable, and follow up on overdue payments.

Reconciliations & Cash Management

• Perform daily bank reconciliations for all bank accounts.
• Assist in monitoring cash flows and preparing weekly/monthly cash projections.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes according to set schedules.
• Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports for review by senior management.
• Assist in preparing budget-to-actual variance analysis reports.

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare schedules and file routine statutory tax returns.
• Ensure all accounting procedures adhere to company policies and local financial regulations.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing audit working files and supporting schedules.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong core accounting skills, including general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end closing.
• Candidates should possess financial reporting and analysis skills, such as preparing management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in accounting software and related tools, including ERP/accounting systems, strongly MS Excel skills, and other office productivity applications.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of relevant accounting standards, tax principles, and compliance requirements within the South African regulatory environment.
• Candidates should possess strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
• Candidates should possess effective communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work closely with finance colleagues, operations teams, and external auditors.
• Relevant qualifications such as a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field are preferred; professional certifications (e.g., SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA) will be an advantage.
• Previous experience as an Accountant or in a similar finance role is a requirement.

Experience (non-negotiable)

3-4 years of general accounting or bookkeeping experience.