Accountant

Reference: 10971 CM
Consultant: Christa Mostert

Job Description:

• Accounting & Financial Duties:
  • Full bookkeeping function, including rental income and authorised expenses, across 6 legal entities.
  • Manage creditors, accounts, supplier invoices, and monthly cash flows.
  • Timeous invoicing of all tenants and ensuring accuracy.
  • Monitor rent collections, manage arrears, and oversee the debtor’s book. Develop and implement effective procedures to manage defaulting tenants.
  • Assist the Financial Manager with monthly reports and other financial documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with VAT legislation, including:
    • Correct treatment of input and output VAT.
    • Accurate VAT reporting and reconciliations.
    • Understanding of zero-rated, exempt, and standard-rated supplies.
    • Knowing when VAT can and cannot be claimed.
    • Process all accounting transactions in Xero – proficiency in Xero is essential.
• Operational Coordination:
  • Work with the property and rental manager to verify that supplier invoices align with service level agreements.
  • Cross-check maintenance and supplier bills before authorisation and payment.
  • Maintain structured recordkeeping and financial support systems across all entities.
• Office Administration:
  • Handle general administrative duties including filing and ordering of office supplies.
  • Maintain digital and physical records in an orderly and retrievable manner.
  • Ensure general office organisation and oversee day-to-day office housekeeping.
• Required Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and independently.
  • Takes initiative and ownership of tasks.
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a shared office environment with multiple team members.
  • Excellent communication skills in Afrikaans and English.
  • Friendly, approachable personality with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Honest, reliable, and professional at all times.
  • Strong organisational, time management, and multi-tasking abilities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles.
• Formal accounting/bookkeeping qualification preferred.
• Must preferably reside in the Helderberg or surrounding areas.
• Must have reliable transport.
• Knowledge of Xero accounting software.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with solid skills in Word and Outlook.
• Sound understanding of South African VAT legislation, including practical application.
• Experience in accounting or audit firms will be an advantage.

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

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