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Accountant - Coricraft | Fixed-Term Contract

Full-time Western Cape, South Africa, ZA
Posted 6 days, 6 hours ago 209 views 0 applications

Job Description

Accountant - Accounts Receivable (Fixed-Term Contract)

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable (Debtors) to join our Finance team on a fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of the debtor’s function, maintaining accurate customer accounts, improving collections, and supporting month-end financial reporting as we prepare for integration. The role will also assist with general accounting, reconciliations, statutory compliance and audit requirements to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

  • Advanced Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related qualification.
  • Professional membership (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA or similar) will be advantageous.
  • 5–7 years' accounting experience.
  • Strong experience in Accounts Receivable / Debtors.
  • Experience with month-end reporting and reconciliations.
  • Exposure to ERP systems (Syspro, SAP experience advantageous).

Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel.
  • ERP accounting systems.
  • Strong reconciliation skills.
  • Knowledge of retail or manufacturing finance
  • Knowledge of VAT and general accounting principles.

Competencies

  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • High level of integrity and accountability.
  • Customer-focused with strong relationship management skills.
  • Continuous improvement mindset.

Behaviours

  • Business Insight
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Decision Quality
  • Manages Complexity
  • Optimizes Work Processes
  • Tech Savvy

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Accounts Receivable (Primary Focus)

  • Manage the end-to-end debtors function.
  • Maintain accurate customer accounts and debtor reconciliations.
  • Monitor outstanding balances and proactively drive collections.
  • Resolve customer account queries and payment discrepancies.
  • Prepare debtor ageing reports and provide commentary on overdue accounts.
  • Monitor credit limits and support effective credit control processes.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing and account issues.

Financial Accounting

  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
  • Prepare journals and account reconciliations.
  • Assist with accruals and prepayments.
  • Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial accuracy.
  • Support management reporting and financial analysis.

Reporting & Compliance

  • Prepare reports for management.
  • Prepare and reconcile Balance Sheet accounts
  • Assist with external and internal audit requirements.
  • Support VAT and statutory submissions.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.
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