Accountant (SAIPA or AGA)

2 days ago

Durban KwaZuluNatal, South Africa Remoteca Limited Full time R240 000 - R360 000 per year

About the Role

We're looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to take ownership of our end-to-end booking function and support the wider finance team with accurate, timely accounting. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys structure, process, and getting things right the first time. You'll work closely with operations, finance leadership, and external stakeholders to keep everything running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Bookings & Revenue

  • Oversee the full booking function (invoices, credit notes, adjustments, recurring billing).
  • Ensure accuracy of client billings and resolve any discrepancies proactively.
  • Track revenue, deferred income, and ensure correct allocation each month.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

  • Process supplier invoices, staff claims, and expense reports.
  • Manage AR follow-ups, reconcile customer accounts, and maintain clean ageing reports.

Financial Accounting

  • Prepare monthly journals (accruals, prepayments, reclasses).
  • Reconcile key balance sheet accounts including bank, AR, AP, VAT, and payroll.
  • Assist with month-end close and deliverables to the Finance Manager.

Compliance & Controls

  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with internal controls.
  • Support audit requests and assist in preparing documentation.
  • Assist with VAT returns and statutory submissions.

Process & Systems

  • Identify gaps in existing processes and suggest improvements.
  • Work comfortably across cloud accounting systems and integrated apps.

Requirements

  • 1–3+ years post-articles / post-training experience (SAIPA or AGA)
  • Strong practical accounting knowledge (journals, reconciliations, month-end).
  • Proficient in Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero (experience in more than one advantageous).
  • Solid Excel/Google Sheets skills (lookups, pivot tables, data clean-ups).
  • High attention to detail with a habit of double-checking your own work.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work with both finance and non-finance teams.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R20 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

  • What is your current or most recent CTC?
  • Where did you complete your training?

Education:

  • Bachelors (Required)

Experience:

  • Accounting software: 3 years (Required)
  • Accounting/ Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • SAIPA or AGA (Required)

Work Location: In person

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