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Accountant Cape Town

Employer
Loren Robertson Recruitment
Location
Cape Town Region Cape Town, Western Cape Western Cape, South Africa
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Feb 8, 2023

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Job Role
Accountant
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Our client is looking for a Junior Accountant to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks

The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient and effective operation of the department and help the company meet its financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded.
  • Update accounts receivable and issue invoices.
  • Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations.
  • Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines.
  • Assist with reviewing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned.
  • Payroll.
  • VAT calculations and submissions.
  • PAYE collation and submissions.
  • Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed.
  • Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports.
  • Assist senior accountants/financial department in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings.
  • Assist with other accounting projects.

Key requirements and skills
  • At least 5 - 8 years' experience as a Junior Accountant depending on qualification/s.
  • Qualification in the accounting or finance field will be advantageous.
  • Great attention to detail.
  • An analytical acumen.
  • Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software (e.g., Pastel Evolution).
  • Must have a clear credit and criminal record.


Please note that only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

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