Accountant (Stellenbosch)

Datafin

Salary

R0 - R0 (PER MONTH)

Location

Stellenbosch

Role

Accountant (Stellenbosch)

Job type

Permanent

Work setup

Not specified

Closing date

07 May 2026

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Job Specification

Accountant (Stellenbosch) Finance/AdminStellenbosch - Western Cape - South Africa ENVIRONMENT: JOIN a dynamic, fast-paced

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Accountant (Stellenbosch) Finance/Admin
Stellenbosch - Western Cape - South Africa

ENVIRONMENT:

JOIN a dynamic, fast-paced company managing a diversified portfolio of investments seeking your numerical expertise to fill the role of an Accountant where you will manage key financial transactions. You will oversee the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing, review VAT reconciliations while preparing monthly management accounts and reports. This position will be based within the Developments team, which entails a portfolio of Commercial & Residential Property Developments, industrial, retail, sub-acute and day hospitals as well as developing affordable housing, plot and plan for resale, etc. The successful incumbent will require a Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field with 3-5 years work experience in a similar role including knowledge of Accounting principles, tax legislation and financial reporting standards and proficiency in Excel and Accounting software.

DUTIES:

Manage key financial transactions, which includes overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the comprehensive processing of general ledger entries.
Oversee the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
Maintain and review accounting records, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and internal controls.
Review VAT reconciliations and ensure timely, accurate VAT submissions and payments.
Prepare monthly management accounts and reports.
Reconcile bank statements.
Manco inputs preparation (reporting).
Month end journals.
Process depreciation and ensure proper asset classification and disposal.
WIP Recons.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience/Skills

Minimum of 35 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Knowledge of Accounting principles, tax legislation, and financial reporting standards.
Proficient in Accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Excel level: Intermediate to Advanced.

Advantageous

Professional affiliation (SAIPA, SAICA, or CIMA).

ATTRIBUTES:

Works well under pressure.
Deadline-driven environment.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Analytical.
Team orientated.
Good communication skills.

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