Senior Accountant

Job Description

Join a well-established logistics company operating in the global movement of products. We’re on the lookout for a Senior Accountant to take full control of the finance function, someone who is deadline-driven, technically strong, and confident in managing both day-to-day processing and high-level financial reporting.

This is a hands-on role reporting directly to the Managing Director, offering exposure to international operations, compliance, and strategic finance.

 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Prepare and present financial packs and ratio analyses at quarterly meetings
• Run full payroll function for six employees using Pastel Payroll
• Perform reconciliations across multiple bank accounts (ZAR, USD, GBP, EUR, and call accounts)
• Manage VAT201, EMP201, EMP501, Provisional Tax, Workman’s Compensation, DOL returns, EE, SLD, CIPC, and B-BBEE compliance
• Prepare and support for annual audits and exchange control audits for SARB
• Maintain Sage 50 records, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and clearing accounts
• Liaise with overseas suppliers and customers for US$ offset agreements and collections
• Run weekly cashflow forecasting and reporting across multiple currencies
• Review and support API/EDI uploads from shipping systems to Sage 50
• Oversee accurate general ledger coding and financial controls
• Assist in the preparation of over-recovery sheets to determine profitability on files

What You’ll Bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (BCom Accounting or similar)
• Strong experience using Pastel Payroll and Sage 50
• Knowledge of API and/or EDI data integration to Sage 50
• Deep understanding of statutory compliance and audit preparation
• Excellent Excel and financial systems proficiency
• Experience in logistics or international trading (advantageous)

Your Strengths:

• Highly accountable and able to meet tight deadlines independently
• Analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communicator, comfortable dealing with both local and international stakeholders
• Flexible and adaptable – thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Committed to integrity and confidentiality in all financial dealings
• Proactive with a problem-solving mindset

Why You Should Apply:

If you’re ready to take ownership of a critical function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, this role offers you the platform to lead, influence, and grow. You’ll be working alongside like-minded professionals with the autonomy to shape the credit function and drive performance.

Please note: If you haven’t heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We’d still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.

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