Job Description

Accountant Modderfontein – Salary R40 000

A well-established company is looking for a hands-on Senior Accountant / Bookkeeper to take full ownership of the finance function, including payroll, month-end processing, statutory submissions, creditors, and general office/HR administration.

This role suits someone who is deadline-driven, highly organised, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Finance & Admin

• Process invoices daily and ensure accurate allocation to correct accounts
• Manage day-to-day supplier payments (review and release payments)
• Follow up on outstanding client payments
• Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and credit control accounts
• Support general office administration and filing compliance

Payroll & Wages

• Full payroll processing using Pastel Payroll
• Prepare weekly wages (metal industry experience beneficial)
• Ensure payslips are issued and salary changes are authorised
• Prepare salary/wage schedules and ensure commission is included

Month-End & Reporting

• Prepare journals and complete month-end to Trial Balance
• Produce Trial Balance reports for management with relevant commentary
• Reconcile open documents and resolve reconciling items
• Maintain month-end checklists and supporting documentation files

Creditors, Stock & Imports

• Capture and reconcile creditors (including import creditors and VAT)
• Match supplier invoices to purchase orders
• Ensure stock take is finalised and reports are obtained (adjustments, waste, theft, values)
• Prepare monthly/weekly/fortnightly creditor payment lists

Fixed Assets

• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register
• Calculate and process monthly depreciation journals

Statutory Submissions

• Submit VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL on time
• Manage EMP reconciliations and provisional tax submissions
• Ensure annual compliance submissions are completed

Additional Responsibilities

• General HR support (leave forms, staff loans, filing)
• Manage junior staff (bookkeeper and receptionist)
• Assist with BEE admin/verification preparation
• Liaise with IT consultants and support banking-related admin
• Compile annual equity and MERSETA reports

Minimum Requirements

• Strong experience with Pastel Partner
• Proven payroll experience using Pastel Payroll
• Solid understanding of VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and statutory compliance
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills
• Valid drivers licence and own reliable transport

Key Competencies

• Deadline-driven and structured
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Able to multitask and take initiative
• Comfortable managing both finance and admin responsibilities

If you match the above and enjoy a role where you can truly own the finance function end-to-end, we'd love to hear from you.