Accountant at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• We are a growing financial services firm providing end-to-end support to SMEs, including bookkeeping, payroll, compliance, reporting, and CFO insights. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Accountant (Draftworx + Xero) to join our team and support daily accounting, reconciliations, payroll, and statutory submissions—an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment

Responsibilities

• Record and process financial transactions accurately using accounting systems (Xero preferred; Sage, QuickBooks also considered).
• Prepare and post general ledger journals, including accruals and adjustments.
• Perform reconciliations for bank, supplier, and customer accounts.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201s).
• Process monthly payroll: payslips, leave tracking, payroll journals, statutory submissions (EMP501s).
• Maintain employee and payroll records; resolve payroll queries.
• Reconcile payroll control accounts and allocate payroll costs accurately.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
• Support audit preparation and respond to auditor queries.
• File and maintain accurate financial and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes and controls.

Requirements

• National Diploma or BCom in Accounting (or currently studying).
• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar accounting role (internship or articles considered).
• Proficiency in Draftworx and Xero (cashbook to trial balance, management reporting, budgeting, accruals, reconciliations).
• Experience with accounting and payroll software (Xero, Sage, SimplePay, or similar).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and solid computer literacy.
• Understanding of South African tax and payroll legislation.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and time management.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.

Deadline:12th September,2025