Accountant at Helderberg Personnel

Purpose of the Role

• To oversee the effective functioning of the finance department through accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and adherence to statutory requirements.
• The Accountant ensures efficient month-end processes, cash flow oversight, compliance, and supports organisational performance through sound financial systems and practices.

Key Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To

Leadership & Team Management

• Coordinate and guide the finance team with clear goals and expectations
• Provide coaching, cross-skilling, and continuous development
• Monitor outputs, address performance issues, and conduct quarterly reviews
• Ensure effective communication, accurate reporting, and productive meetings

Month-End & Financial Reporting

• Manage the full month-end process and required checklists
• Review journals, provisions, control accounts, loan accounts, and GL accuracy
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management accounts by day seven
• Maintain complete, accurate, and auditable month-end files and backups

Banking & Cash Flow

• Oversee daily bank imports and ensure cash books are processed and reconciled weekly
• Review petty cash and credit card reconciliations
• Manage cash flow planning and liaise with banks on queries, fees, and documentation

Debtors Control

• Oversee debtor account approvals, reference checks, and credit checks
• Review weekly age analysis and follow up on outstanding queries
• Ensure interest calculations on overdue accounts are processed correctly
• Assess impact of outstanding debt on company cash flow and profitability

Creditors Control

• Review new supplier setups and ensure validity of banking and contact details
• Monitor creditors age analysis and ensure correct allocation to invoices
• Review and sign off reconciled supplier accounts and ensure timely payments
• Resolve escalated supplier queries and courier account discrepancies

Statutory Compliance (SARS & CIPC)

• Submit VAT201 and EMP201 accurately and on time
• Complete annual CIPC submissions and maintain required documentation
• Ensure full compliance with tax legislation and statutory requirements

Fixed Asset Register & Audits

• Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset Register monthly
• Oversee annual assets verification and audit readiness
• Coordinate yearly audits, address queries, and implement improvements post-audit

Payroll & HR Support

• Oversee payroll accuracy for wage and salary staff
• Review payroll-related administration (leave, ETI, equity, employee records)
• Process payroll journals (PAYE, UIF, SDL, ETI, deductions)
• Ensure timely completion of WSP and COIDA submissions
• Reporting, Systems & Record Keeping
• Maintain accurate record-keeping and filing systems
• Monitor stock impacts on cash flow and financial performance
• Escalate urgent finance matters through the correct channels
• Continuous Improvement & General Finance Duties
• Drive improvements to finance systems, processes, and SOPs
• Support organisational cost-saving initiatives
• Prepare budgets, reforecasts, and management reports
• Assist with stock takes and provide cross-functional finance support
• Ensure compliance with policies, laws, and organisational standards

Criteria

• BCom Accounting, Finance, or equivalent (essential)
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles advantageous
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a full accounting role
• Strong month-end, reporting, and reconciliation expertise
• Solid understanding of tax legislation (VAT, EMP201), payroll standards, and audit preparation
• Experience managing creditors, debtors, cash books, and fixed assets
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office (Excel essential)
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving ability
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management capability
• Ability to work independently with sound judgement and accountability

Closing: 2025-12-17