Assistant Accountant

1 day ago

Cape Town, South Africa SA Commercial Full time

_**Assistant Accountant /Management Accountant/ Accounts Supervisor**_

Western Cape, CPT - CBDMonthly (Market related)
This is a key role that supports the Finance Manager/Head of Finance in overseeing core accounting operations ,driving accurate financial reporting and improving process efficiency - particularly across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Month-end.**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Accounts Payable (AP)**:

- Oversee the full AP function, including review and approval of supplier invoices entered by the Junior Accounts Assistant
- Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers in line with agreed terms
- Review and approve coding, manage the AP ledger, and ensure completeness and accuracy of records
- Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations and investigate/resolving discrepancies
- Maintain the AP ledger, ensuring completeness and accuracy
- Manage the aged creditors report and support cash flow forecasting related to payables
- Act as the primary point of contact for supplier queries and escalations
- **Accounts Receivable (AR)**:

- Oversee customer invoicing process, ensuring accuracy and timely billing
- Monitor debtor balances and proactively follow up on overdue accounts
- Allocate customer receipts and manage the AR ledger
- Perform regular reconciliations and investigate any variances
- Liaise with the Operations teams to resolve billing or payment issues
- Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and prepayments
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including AP/AR sub-ledgers, bank accounts, and control accounts
- Work closely with the external accountants to assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, providing supporting schedules, reconciliations, and financial data
- Identify and implement process improvements across AP, AR, and general accounting workflows
- Support external accountants in preparation of VAT returns and assist with external audits
- Provide support and guidance to junior finance staff, helping to build team capability
- Provide support to the Head of Finance or Finance Manager on any ad hoc tasks or projects as required

**Requirements**:

- BCom degree in Finance or is part-qualified (CIMA or equivalent), actively studying
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in accounting, including both AP and AR
- A good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Good Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (e.g. Xero or Sage)
- Excellent attention to detail, with strong organisational and time-management skills
- Proactive and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise across departments

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Temporary
Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: In person

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