Accountant – West Coast Personnel

West Coast Personnel Vacancies – Accountant jobs

Job Opportunity: Accountant Vacancies in Durban

West Coast Personnel is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accountant to coordinate the day-to-day financial processes of our company. Reporting to the Management and Cost Accountant, the ideal candidate should possess strong systemic and process-driven skills, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. We are looking for someone who is committed to long-term growth and development within our organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping and Accounting:

• Ensure the integrity of the Trial Balance and Syspro sub books, adhering to financial reporting standards.
• Process up to Trial Balance level, including standard and ad hoc month-end and year-end journals.
• Manage expense claims, maintain loan schedules, and review allocations between divisions/locations.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and Syspro sub books.
• Assist with audits and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain an up-to-date record-keeping and filing system.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the Management and Cost Accountant.

Banking and Cash Flow:

• Process daily cash book transactions for all accounts.
• Verify, load, and release online banking transactions.
• Ensure timely payment of statutory and non-statutory obligations.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and cash flow projections.
• Manage petty cash operations and reconcile monthly.

Statutory Reporting and Compliance:

• Prepare and submit VAT, EMP201, EMP501, and WComp ROE submissions.
• Manage debtors and creditors sub-books, including analysis and reconciliation.
• Calculate and process depreciation and amortization.
• Maintain fixed asset and intangible asset registers.
• Manage company vehicles and fuel accounts.

Candidate Requirements:

• BCom Accounting or similar accounting qualification.
• Experience as an Accountant, preferably in an FMCG environment.
• Syspro experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Local and International Tax Legislation.
• Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office packages and virtual programs.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV along with a cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.