Senior Accountant

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Kontak Recruitment Full time
Senior Accountant (JB5057)
Florida, Johannesburg (Office Based)
R25 000 - R35 000 CTC per month (Negotiable)
Permanent

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage key accounting functions and provide critical financial insights.
This role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles, with at least 5 years of experience handling trial balances. A degree in accounting is preferred but negotiable for candidates with extensive knowledge and expertise.

Minimum Requirements:
5 or more years of accounting experience to trial balance.
A degree in accounting or a related field (preferred but negotiable based on experience).
Strong working knowledge of Sage, QuickBooks, and Pastel Payroll.
Excellent understanding of accounting principles and processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools.
High attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and organizational abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare and manage trial balances, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
Oversee and process payroll using Pastel Payroll.
Work with accounting systems such as Sage and QuickBooks to maintain financial records.
Reconcile accounts and prepare detailed financial reports.
Ensure VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns are completed accurately and submitted on time.
Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members as needed.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Maintain organized and accurate financial records.

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

IMPORTANT: We specialize in specific niche fields. Regret that we are unable to provide assistance for any fields outside of this scope. Fields can be viewed on our website.

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