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**About the Role**

Cardinal Wealth is an independent wealth management and financial planning practice focused on helping clients make better financial decisions and achieve better long\-term outcomes.

We are looking for an experienced **Financial Planning Administrator** to work closely with our Financial Advisers and take responsibility for the administration and ongoing servicing of our clients.

This is a hands\-on role for someone who understands the financial planning environment, is highly organised and takes ownership of getting things done.

**Key Duties \& Responsibilities**

* Provide administrative support to Financial Advisers and Planners.
* Manage and service a portfolio of clients.
* Prepare client files, reports, correspondence and financial planning documentation.
* Process new and existing business across investments, retirement, risk and other financial products.
* Prepare and process client and adviser instructions accurately.
* Coordinate applications and follow up outstanding requirements with clients and product providers.
* Monitor new business from instruction through to completion.
* Liaise with investment platforms, insurers, life companies and other financial service providers.
* Manage annual client reviews, fee renewals and ongoing client servicing requirements.
* Coordinate client meetings and assist with diary management.
* Maintain accurate client information, CRM records and electronic client files.
* Follow up outstanding actions and ensure tasks are completed within required timeframes.
* Assist with trust, estate and succession\-related administration where required.
* Assist with basic reconciliations and financial information where required.
* Support regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
* Handle confidential client and financial information professionally.
* Contribute to improving administrative processes and the overall client experience.

**Minimum Requirements**

* **Grade 12 / Matric.**
* **Minimum 3 years' experience in a financial planning, wealth management or investment advisory environment.**
* Previous experience supporting a **Financial Adviser, Financial Planner or Wealth Manager**.
* Practical experience processing **investment and/or risk new business**.
* Experience managing client servicing requirements and following applications through to completion.
* Strong understanding of the administration processes within a financial advisory practice.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organisational and time\-management skills.
* Ability to manage multiple clients, priorities and deadlines.
* Professional and confident when communicating with clients and product providers.
* Good working knowledge of **Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel**.
* Ability to work independently and take ownership of outstanding tasks.
* Professional approach to confidential client and financial information.

**Advantageous**

* **RE5\.**
* Experience with investment platforms such as **Allan Gray, Ninety One or Glacier**.
* Experience with life companies such as **Discovery, Momentum or Sanlam**.
* Experience with financial\-services CRM/workflow systems such as **Elite Wealth, Xplan, @Work or Workpool**.
* Knowledge of **FAIS, FICA, FATCA and POPIA**.
* Relevant qualification in Financial Planning, Finance, Investments or a related field.
* Experience with trusts, estates or succession planning.

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

* **Proactive** – identifies outstanding requirements and follows them through without being chased.
* **Organised** – keeps track of clients, applications, deadlines and documentation.
* **Accurate** – understands the importance of getting financial administration right.
* **Client\-focused** – communicates professionally and provides excellent service.
* **Accountable** – takes ownership and follows tasks through to completion.
* **Professional** – handles confidential information with discretion.
* **A problem solver** – investigates issues rather than simply passing them on.
* **A team player** – works closely with advisers and contributes to the growth of the practice.

**Important**

**This position requires previous experience within a financial planning, wealth management or investment advisory practice.**

Candidates whose experience is limited to general administration, accounting, debtors/creditors, banking or other non\-advisory administration environments will not be considered.

If you have the relevant financial planning administration experience and are looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership, work closely with advisers and clients, and become an important part of a growing wealth\-management practice, **we would like to hear from you.** Send your CV to: **info@cardinalwealth.co.za**

* **Your Direction. Your Wealth.**

Pay: R20 000,00 \- R25 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

* How many years of experience do you have providing administration and client\-service support within a financial planning, wealth management, investment or insurance environment?
* Have you previously worked directly with a Financial Adviser, Financial Planner or Wealth Manager? If yes, briefly describe your role and the approximate number of clients you supported.
* Please describe your experience processing new business from receiving the client's instruction through to implementation. Which types of business have you processed?
* Which investment platforms and life/risk providers have you worked with? Please list the ones you have practical experience using.
* Have you been responsible for managing or servicing a dedicated client portfolio? If yes, approximately how many clients were in the portfolio?

Work Location: In person

Financial Planning Administrator

**BUYER \& DEBTORS CONTROLLER \- DURBANVILLE**

**Requirements:**

Senior Certificate and an appropriate financial qualification required.

Minimum 10 years’ financial work experience, with strong background in both buying and debtors.

In\-depth understanding of all aspects of a financial department.

Proficient in financial software programs (Xero) as well as Microsoft Office.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast\-paced environment.

Excellent numeracy skills with strong attention to detail.

Reliable, transparent \& accurate when processing information.

Own vehicle to \& from the workplace.

Weekdays 07:30 – 17:00\. Occasional weekends as operationally required.

Start date: As soon as possible.

**Main duties include (but not limited to):**

Full debtors function.

Full buyer function.

Accurate daily and monthly reporting, reconciliations, and transaction tracking.

Providing support to the Finance team across all financial and accounting functions.

General administrative duties as requested by management and other departments.

**CV submissions hr@meerendal.co.za using reference:** ***BDC27082026***

**Closing date for submissions: 13 September 2026** 

Application Question(s):

* Do you have your own vehicle?
* Specify the area where you live.
* Please specify your working experience as a Debtors and Buyers Controller?

Work Location: In person

BUYER & DEBTORS CONTROLLE

A well-established hospitality company is looking for an experienced and reliable Creditors Administrator to join their Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, reconciling accounts, assisting with payments and handling supplier queries. Requirements Minimum 3 years’ experience in Creditors or Accounts Payable. Hospitality experience will be advantageous. Experience in a high-volume environment . Good understanding of creditors and accounts pa…

Creditors Administrator

Reference: PMB001250-LD-1 Staff Accountant - Remote Our US client is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join their remote finance team. The role involves multi-company general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, cash application, and financial reporting. Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day general ledger transactions across multiple companies in QuickBooks Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, reclassifications, and intercompany transactions …

Staff Accountant - Remote

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented, accurate, reliable Accounts Administrator to join their team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with figures, spreadsheets, accounting software, and administrative processes . Key Responsibilities Manage debtors and creditors Maintain accurate stock control records Process and maintain financial information using Sage Accounting Prepare and manage spreadsheets and financial data Handle general accounting and administrative duties Ensure…

Accounts Administrator

IntroductionA growing organisation operating in commodity trading seeks a Trade Accountant to join its Finance Department in Stellenbosch. You will report to the Senior Trade Accountant and be responsible for the accurate accounting, reconciliation, and reporting of commodity trading transactions across physical and derivative markets. This role supports front, middle, and back office functions by ensuring timely trade monitoring, inventory valuation, profit and loss accuracy, and compliance wi…

Trade Accountant

Minimum requirements: Matric / Grade 12 2 Years of experience in financial administration, accounts administration or a similar role Strong hands-on experience working on the Evolve accounting system Previous experience within the logistics, transport or trucking industry will be advantageous Confident in training and assisting colleagues with the Evolve system Good understanding of basic accounting principles Good computer literacy Consultant: Gillian Ngwenyama - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga

Financial Administrator (Contract)

**Job Purpose**


Effectively manage inventory levels, controls, inventory business processes and systems in order to ensure accuracy of inventory financial records and reduce stock losses.

**Key Accountabilities**

*Inventory Accounting Records Monitoring*

* Manage and monitor the inventory accounting records through clean accounting records, monitoring in transits not older than lead time per depot, goods receipting as per agreed timelines
* Management of EDI inbox (to be kept current)
* Process inventory counts/postings and differences to be accounted for, reviewed and cleared
* Unfulfilled product orders to be reviewed and cleared
* Collate and submit month\-end accruals for outstanding EDI's messaging and physical inventory movements not processed on SAP
* Maintain and update material Master for Bulk Products and completing agreed report framework on (monthly, quarterly, annual basis) to ensure efficient business operations and reduction of stock losses
* Investigate analytical inventory queries and reset inventory levels where required

*Business Processing Monitoring*

* Perform, monitor and support business processes through monthly depot summary and interpretation of inventory movements
* Review of gains, losses, frequency and trend of inventory stock counts \& postings
* Review of product rebrand adjustments entries
* Assist and monitor depot change management/ cutovers
* Liaise with depots and business controllers on related processes and notify all relevant parties to ensure SAP system and business controls are up to date and in place
* Prepare and process approved re\-Classes for un\-accounted inventory movements at month ends
* Capture shipping loading and discharge on SAP timeously
* Create SAP sales and purchase orders for the transactional shipping import and export vessels
* Create SAP sales and purchase orders for Trading / Supply Contracts and Deals
* Update SAP pricing and generate export billing documents

*Customer Business Process Liaison*

* Liaise with all customers and relevant stakeholders such as external auditors for quarterly and year\-end audits and support the business processes by following up on procedures and reports
* Review Internal Audit reports and make sure that issues are adequately addressed, resolved and reviewed
* Maintain clear unmatched MECREC entries to ensure that Management Reporting deadlines are adhered to
* Ensure compliance with Supply monthly BBBEE scorecard

*Customer \& Stakeholder Coordination*

* Coordinate adherence to customer and stakeholder policy and procedure by providing support and guidance to customers
* Adhere to customers SLAs
* Conduct audits on customers for compliance to governance and business procedures
* Conduct Depot visits throughout the year and provide training as required to ensure efficient business operations

 **Requirements** **Minimum**

* NQF Level 6 (Diploma in Accounting/ CMA or any Finance related qualification)
* 3 years’ experience in Accounting
* Knowledge of EDI Systems
* Knowledge of Inventory Management
* Knowledge of SAP FI

**Advantageous**

* Experience in Depot Operations
* Experience in Supply Chain \& related Business Processes


In line with our commitment to Employment Equity, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups whose appointment will contribute toward achieving our Employment Equity objectives and targets. All appointments will be made based on the requirements of the role, the candidate’s suitability, and the organisation’s Employment Equity Plan.


Applications Close: Thursday, 3rd September 2026

Financial Inventory Controller (Fixed Term Contract)

Role Overview
   

  

 Help us automate and scale financial operations at a fast\-growing fintech, ensuring accuracy and efficiency for millions of users across Africa. You'll be key to our financial integrity and growth.
   

  

 What We're Looking For
   

  

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
* 4\+ years in accounting, focusing on month\-end close \& reconciliations
* Strong knowledge of South African tax compliance (VAT, PAYE)
* Proficient in Xero and advanced Excel for data analysis
* Experience with automation tools (e.g., Power Query) is a plus
* Detail\-oriented with a knack for spotting financial anomalies


 What You'll Do
   

  

* Drive month\-end close and ensure accurate financial reporting
* Automate reconciliation processes and streamline reporting tasks
* Collaborate with Treasury and Tech Ops for seamless financial flows
* Manage expense allocations and support tax/audit submissions


 Why You'll Love It
   

  

* Make a tangible impact on financial inclusion across Africa
* Work in a dynamic, growth\-stage fintech environment
* Competitive salary, equity, and a supportive, values\-driven culture

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Location \- Cape Town
   

  

 Are you a meticulous and proactive Accountant seeking a dynamic role within a growing portfolio of businesses? We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team, providing essential financial and administrative support. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to diverse operations, streamline processes, and play a vital part in our continued success.
   

  

 We're a small company of 10 employees, which means there's lots of room for growth and learning opportunities. Being a global export company, you will have access to learning from an international sales team. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued.
   

  

**Key Responsibilities**
 This multifaceted role requires a hands\-on approach and strong organizational skills. Your responsibilities will span across two distinct businesses:
   

  

* Cash Book Management: Accurate and timely processing of all cash book transactions.
* Invoice \& Bills Processing: Efficient handling of incoming and outgoing invoices and bills.
* Debtors Function: Comprehensive management of accounts receivable, including collections and reconciliations.
+ Accounts Payable Function: Full responsibility for accounts payable, ensuring timely payments and accurate record\-keeping.
+ Process Improvement: Proactively identify and implement improvements to existing financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
+ Pay runs: Execute weekly pay runs meticulously.
+ Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly sales reports and comprehensive accounting reports.
+ Stock Management: Oversee and reconcile stock movements and inventory records.
+ Bills Processing: Handle all incoming bills and ensure prompt payment.
+ Invoice Creation: Generate ZAR invoices accurately and efficiently.
+ Cash Book \& Reconciliations: Process cash book entries and perform thorough reconciliations.
+ Statements: Prepare and distribute customer statements.
+ Pay runs: Manage weekly and month\-end pay runs.
+ Debtors Function: Execute the full debtors function, including managing customer accounts and collections.
+ Creditors Function: Oversee the complete creditors function, ensuring accurate and timely supplier payments.


**Ad\-hoc \& Administration**
 All employees are expected to perform not only tasks mentioned in their job description, but also direct allocated or extraordinary tasks that could arise. At the discretion of management, assistance might be required during peak seasons
   

  

**EXPEREINCE AND QUALITIES**
* Minimum 2 years' experience
* Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
* Self\-starter
* Good communication skills (English and Afrikaans)
* Ability to work independently and in a team
* Must be willing to work overtime to meet any deadlines


**Skills Required**
* EXCEL
* XERO (BENEFICIAL)
* MICROSOFT 365

Accountant

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**Key Responsibilities** 



* Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
* Own balance sheet reconciliations and maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
* Process journals and deliver accurate, timely month\-end reporting.
* Prepare and submit VAT returns while ensuring statutory compliance.
* Support internal and external audit processes.
* Partner with stakeholders to turn financial information into meaningful commercial insight.



  





  





**Job Experience \& Skills Required** 



* BCom Finance, Accounting or equivalent qualification.
* 3–6 years’ commercial accounting experience.
* Experience within
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Financial Accountant

The Administration controller will be responsible to perform clerical information processing tasks and activities associated with the update and maintenance of Store Operations records and registers. The Administration controller will also need to attend to general office applications with respect to the provision of routine procedural information

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:**

1\. **Cash**

* Ensure that the banking is done daily in conjunction with the Store Manager as per the banking procedures
* Ensure all cash ups balance with the banking
* The drop safe must be always locked and the key kept by the Admin Controller. Cash float must be checked and all spare keys for the floats must be kept at a safe place sealed in packets in the safe. Cash floats must always balance, and the Admin Controller must take full responsibility for the safe
* When cash ups are done, ensure that the cashiers balance. If there are shortages or over banking, this needs to be investigated and relevant corrective action taken

2\. **Administration**

* Control the standard of Administration and Procedures in the Store and enforce the relevant disciplines to maintain these standards Prepare requisitions to replenish stock
* Ensure daily morning file is done as per the filing procedures. All filing duties are: Cash Control File, Petty Cash File, Stock Control File 1, Stock Control File 2, Personnel File \& Internal Request file. Make sure all slips are signed with the necessary signature/s including over\-rides, voids, and refunds, till open and so on.
* Ensure that reports are up to date. To be addressed on a daily basis. Start of Day Reports.
* Authorizing all transactions – 5A level.
* Lay\-byes are the responsibility of the Admin Controller and the Cashiers. These must be checked, and spot checks must be done.
* Admin Controller to make sure all RTS is done on a regular basis
* Spot checks on Cashiers to be conducted
* Controlling of the change daily.
* General filing of memos and correspondence
* Data capturing of stock received and sent from branch.

3\. **Housekeeping**

* Maintain cleanliness in back office.
* Maintain cleanliness at the Cash Desk area and return merchandise to the floor

4\. **Security / Risk**

* Manage the security of the back office and front cash desk.
* Ensure tags are secured in the store if not attached to merchandise
* Ensuring that Health \& Safety standards are met
* Prevent shrinkage by ensuring all company processes and procedures are implemented

5\. **Customer Services**

* Train staff in customer service at the cash desk
* Assist customers with enquiries and complaints
* Apply Customer Service principles in a friendly and enthusiastic manner daily
* Continuously satisfy customer needs and attract clientele

6\. **People Management**

* Manage performance and development of cash desk staff
* Ensure that all procedures and policies are being followed and enforce disciplinary action when necessary
* Manage time and attendance of staff

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**

(You must be able to answer “YES” to all requirements listed below)

* Matric Certificate.
* NQF 5 Certificate in Retail/Business Administration.
* Computer Literate: Word and Excel.
* 2 – 5 years in relevant sales / cashier environment

**COMPETENCIES**

* Analytical Thinking
* Financial Management
* Customer Insight \& Focus
* Decision making
* Attention to Detail
* Problem Solving
* Planning and Organizing

**UNDERTAKING**

* Criminal / Credit Check
* Qualification verification
* Computer and Psychometric assessments where required
* First Aid / Firefighting training

If you believe that you qualify and are looking for a challenging career requiring unquestionable commitment and passion, and wish to apply, please upload your CV \+ motivational letter on the Website/Ditto/Indeed by no later than 02 September 2026\.

If you have not been contacted one (1\) week from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Work Location: In person

Admin Controller/ 2IC/ Assistant Store Manager

**PURPOSE:**

**What is the purpose of this job?**


The Tax \& Accounting Officer will be responsible for supporting the organisation’s tax, statutory compliance, accounting, and financial reporting activities. The role will involve preparing and submitting tax and statutory returns, assisting with SARS compliance and queries, performing tax calculations and reconciliations, and supporting the preparation of financial and management accounts


The successful candidate will work closely with senior accountants, management, SARS, external tax consultants, auditors, and other internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely compliance with all applicable tax and statutory requirements.

**RESPONSIBILITIES:**

**What are you responsible for doing?**

Tax \& SARS Compliance

* Prepare and submit VAT201, EMP201, EMP501, IT14, and other applicable SARS returns.
* Prepare Corporate Income Tax and Provisional Tax calculations and submissions.
* Prepare deferred tax calculations and related schedules.
* Manage SARS e\-Filing administration, including submissions, queries, follow\-ups, requests, and correspondence
* Maintain accurate records of tax submissions, assessments, supporting documentation, and correspondence.
* Monitor tax compliance deadlines and ensure submissions are completed accurately and on time.
* Assist in identifying and managing tax compliance risks.
* Liaise with SARS, tax consultants, auditors, and internal stakeholders on tax\-related matters.
* Ensure compliance with applicable tax legislation and statutory regulations.


Tax Calculations \& Advisory Support

* Prepare basic tax calculations for companies.
* Assist with corporate tax compliance and tax\-risk management.
* Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for tax computations.
* Coordinate with external tax consultants where required.
* Support the preparation and maintenance of Transfer Pricing documentation.
* Assist with Country\-by\-Country (CbC) Reporting requirements.
* Research and communicate basic tax implications and requirements to senior team members.


Accounting \& Financial Reporting

  

* Assist with the preparation and submission of statutory returns and regulator
* Respond to and assist with audit queries and requests for supporting documentation.
* VAT reconciliations
* PAYE reconciliations
* Control account reconciliations
* Other balance sheet and tax\-related reconciliations
* Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts.


Statutory \& Compliance Administration

* Maintain accurate and up\-to\-date tax files, statutory records, annual returns, and compliance documentation.
* Assist with the preparation and submission of statutory returns and regulatory documentation.
* Ensure all supporting documentation is properly filed and readily available for audit or compliance purposes.
* Monitor statutory deadlines and escalate potential delays or compliance issues.
* Perform general administrative duties relating to tax, accounting, and statutory compliance.


 Stakeholder \& Team Support

* Work closely with senior accountants and the Finance Manager to ensure all tax, accounting, and statutory deadlines are met.
* Liaise professionally with SARS, external tax advisors, auditors, and other relevant stakeholders.
* Provide timely updates on outstanding submissions, queries, and compliance matters.
* Escalate complex tax or accounting matters to senior management or external advisors where appropriate.
* Maintain confidentiality and professional standards when handling financial and tax information.

**COMPETENCIES**

**What competencies do you require?**

**PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCIES**

**What behaviors are you required to display in this role?**  

* Commitment to the customer (internal and external), the brand, organisation, and sustainability
* Commitment to high performance, delivery focused, and goal driven
* Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances and requirements
* Identifies opportunities to improve the business
* Anticipates and resolves issues or obstacles that impede timely completion of tasks.
* Attention to detail
* Numerical ability
* Analytical and logical thinking
* Problem solving and organising skills
* Able to identify operational obstacles and opportunities
* Sound verbal and written communication and presentation skills
* Plays a leading and supporting role in implementing initiatives at team level

**TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES** **Systems, processes, and technical competencies:**

* Sound understanding of basic South African tax principles.
* Working knowledge of:
* VAT201
* EMP201
* IT14
* Corporate tax
* Provisional Tax
* PAYE
* Deferred Tax
* Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial statements.
* Knowledge of statutory and tax compliance requirements.
* Familiarity with Transfer Pricing and CbC Reporting would be advantageous.
* Systems \& Software
* Proficiency in SARS e\-Filing
* Experience with accounting/ERP systems will be advantageous

**Business:**  

* Understanding of business measures and targets directly relating to own role
* Ability to analyse and interpret finance and performance indicators within own role
* Able to scrutinize and interpret written and financial documentation, identify mistakes and problems

**Health and Safety:**

* Understanding of relevant legislation and own role in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment

**Customer:**

* Understanding of the impact of own role on service delivery to internal and external customers
* Customer service mindset

**Self:**

  

* Able to work flexible hours in line with business requirements
* Able to travel within South Africa

**OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS**

**What theoretical knowledge (e.g. degree / diploma) does the job require?**

* Grade 12 or equivalent qualification required
* BCom Accounting, BCom Taxation, or equivalent qualification advantageous.
* relevant accounting, taxation, or finance qualification/certificate will be considered

**What experience (e.g. previous exposure) does the job require?**

* 1–2 years' experience in tax, accounting, or a related finance environment.
* Candidates with relevant SAICA/SAIPA articles or articles exposure will be considered.
* Practical experience with VAT, PAYE, and SARS submissions is preferred.
* Experience in a professional accounting, audit, or tax environment would be advantageous.
* FMCG, retail, or manufacturing experience preferred
* Proficient in Microsoft Office.

**REPORTING LINES**

**What is your position in the organization structure (1 up and 1 down)?**

* **Reports to:** ***Finance Manager***
* **Direct reports:** None

**Remuneration and benefits:**

* Market Related Salary.
* Provident Fund

**ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.**

Tax & Accounting Officer - Head Office - Edenvale

**Payroll Accountant – Remote****Payroll \| Accounting \| U.S. Payroll Compliance \| Financial Operations**

**Position Type:** Full\-Time, Remote  

**Working Hours:** Flexible, aligned with U.S. Client Business Hours

**About the Role**
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a **Payroll Accountant** to manage end\-to\-end payroll operations while ensuring employees are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with U.S. payroll regulations.


This is a highly detail\-oriented role that combines payroll processing, accounting, tax compliance, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate payroll records, integrating payroll with accounting systems, resolving discrepancies, and supporting audits while ensuring compliance across all payroll processes.


The ideal candidate has strong payroll expertise, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with accuracy and professionalism.

**What You’ll Own****Payroll Processing*** Process bi\-weekly, semi\-monthly, and monthly payrolls for organizations ranging from 50–500 employees.
* Validate employee time entries, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions prior to payroll processing.
* Administer payroll using platforms such as **ADP, Paychex, Gusto, QuickBooks Payroll, BambooHR**, or similar systems.
* Ensure payroll is processed accurately and delivered on schedule.

**Accounting \& Reconciliations*** Record payroll journal entries within accounting systems such as **QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Xero**.
* Reconcile payroll clearing accounts and payroll\-related bank transactions.
* Record employer contributions, benefit deductions, and payroll liabilities accurately.
* Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies promptly.

**Payroll Tax \& Compliance*** Prepare and submit federal, state, and local payroll tax payments.
* File payroll tax forms including **941, W\-2, 1099**, and applicable state filings.
* Monitor changes in payroll tax laws and labor regulations.
* Ensure payroll processes remain compliant and audit\-ready.

**Benefits Administration*** Reconcile healthcare, retirement, and employee benefit contributions.
* Verify employee deductions align with benefit elections.
* Coordinate with benefit providers regarding payroll\-related discrepancies.
* Maintain accurate payroll deduction records.

**Employee Payroll Support*** Respond to employee payroll inquiries regarding paychecks, direct deposits, tax withholding, and payroll documentation.
* Support payroll setup for new hires and employee updates.
* Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling employee information.

**Reporting \& Financial Analysis*** Prepare recurring payroll, headcount, and labor cost reports.
* Support audits with organized payroll documentation.
* Perform payroll variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
* Provide payroll insights to finance and HR leadership.

**Process Improvement*** Improve payroll workflows using Excel automation, payroll integrations, or APIs.
* Develop and maintain payroll SOPs and documentation.
* Recommend process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce errors.

**Requirements****Must\-Have Qualifications****Experience*** 2\+ years of payroll processing experience.
* Hands\-on experience using at least one payroll platform such as **ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll, Gusto, or BambooHR**.
* Experience supporting payroll accounting and reconciliations.
* Working knowledge of U.S. payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.

**Technical Skills*** Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, reconciliations).
* Strong understanding of payroll accounting principles.
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem\-solving abilities.
* High attention to detail and confidentiality.

**Nice\-to\-Have*** Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
* Multi\-state or international payroll experience.
* Experience reconciling payroll with accounting systems.
* Familiarity with HRIS integrations including BambooHR, Zenefits, or Workday.
* Experience supporting audits and compliance reviews.

**Tools \& Platforms*** ADP
* Paychex
* Gusto
* QuickBooks Payroll
* BambooHR
* QuickBooks
* NetSuite
* Xero
* Microsoft Excel
* Google Sheets

**What Makes You a Strong Fit*** Highly detail\-oriented with exceptional numerical accuracy.
* Strong understanding of payroll compliance and accounting processes.
* Able to troubleshoot discrepancies under tight deadlines.
* Professional and discreet when handling confidential information.
* Organized with strong documentation habits.
* Proactive in identifying process improvements and ensuring compliance.

**What a Typical Day Looks Like*** Review employee timecards and payroll changes.
* Process payroll and verify payroll accuracy.
* Reconcile payroll accounts and journal entries.
* Respond to employee payroll inquiries.
* File payroll tax payments and maintain compliance.
* Reconcile employee benefit deductions.
* Prepare payroll reports and financial summaries.
* Update payroll documentation and SOPs.

**In short:** You ensure payroll is processed accurately, accounting records remain balanced, employees are paid on time, and payroll operations stay compliant with all applicable regulations.

**Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)*** 100% on\-time payroll processing
* Payroll error rate below 1%
* Timely payroll tax filings
* Payroll discrepancies resolved within two business days
* Accuracy of payroll reconciliations and journal entries
* Audit readiness and compliance standards maintained

**Why This Role Stands Out*** Fully remote opportunity supporting U.S.\-based organizations.
* High\-impact role within finance and accounting operations.
* Exposure to payroll, tax compliance, HR, and financial reporting.
* Opportunity to improve payroll systems and operational efficiency.
* Career growth into Senior Payroll Accountant, Payroll Manager, or Accounting leadership roles.

**Interview Process*** Initial Phone Screen
* **Spark Hire Intro Video (3–5 minutes)**
* Practical Assessment (Payroll Reconciliation \& Discrepancy Resolution)
* Client Interview
* Offer \& Background Verification

**What Happens After You Apply**
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Don’t overthink it—you can record your video as many times as you’d like before submitting it. Only your final submission will be reviewed.


Please keep an eye on both your **inbox and spam folder** for your Spark Hire invitation after submitting your application.

**Apply Now**
If you’re an experienced Payroll Accountant who enjoys ensuring accuracy, maintaining compliance, and supporting efficient payroll operations, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become a key contributor to a growing finance team.

Payroll Accountant

**How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?**
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As the primary Single Point of Contact (SPoC) for local business leadership, this Finance Manager role bridges operational strategy with corporate scale by co\-leading financial processes alongside the Chief Accountant and ALEBS Shared Services. Responsible for seamless group consolidations, financial reporting, and variance analysis in close coordination with central ALEBS teams, the position combines strategic business partnering with rigorous quality assurance, compliance, and accounting data integrity.  

* Support ALEBS reporting team in financial reporting and analysis, Business advisor, perform statutory reporting supported by ALEBS teams
* Support ALEBS consolidation team for consolidations for a group of companies
* Lead finance initiatives to improve processes, financial reporting and analysis, business decision making
* Develop effective working relationships with all members of the Finance local Shared Service Centre and ALEBS, maintain accountability for the results from the Finance Manager Operations team in ALEBS

Finance Leadership and Business Leadership Teams Support
* Support CFO on ad hoc projects implementation
* Support Treasury COE with working capital management initiatives
* Support ERP system implementation
* Build internal networks and relationships to support an effective shared service centre mindset including ALEBS
* Support Operations Control Manager on business performance reporting
* Support Operations Control Manager during target and forecast process

Reporting
* Support ALEBS consolidation team for consolidations for the Southern African entities
* Accountable for accurate and timely monthly financial reporting
* Coordinate with ALEBS teams to develop insightful monthly financials analysis
* Provide accurate financial information to Operations control manager, for business performance reporting
* Support ALEBS teams to report monthly income statement and balance sheet positions to support Flash, Operations Control and Group accounting requirements
* Review and report monthly internal control
* Monitor monthly balance sheet recon and implement necessary changes for aged items (backlog clearing)
* Monitor payroll reconciliation by day 15 and get sign\-off from Chief Accountant
* Adhere to other reporting requirements in place or as they arise

Accounts Payable
* Ensure foreign orders are covered with FECs and revaluation of foreign open items where necessary
* Ensure leased properties are accounted for according to applicable accounting standards
* Ensure the accounts receivable reporting requirements in place are met to support Operations Control and Group Accounting
* Ensure revaluation of foreign open items is completed where necessary
* Ensure clearing accounts are cleared for aged items

Fixed Assets
* Ensure the capital WIP list is reconciled, monitored and maintained with the help of requestors/project managers in the business
* Ensure the capex reporting is in place are met to support Operations Control and Group Accounting

Inventory
* Provide assistance and supervision over the inventory counts for finished goods, raw materials and stores
* Support the valuation calculations of all inventory items where relevant and ensure stock depreciation for store and other items is adequate
* Ensure the inventory and sales reporting requirements in place are met to support Operations Control and Group Accounting

Bank, cash and debt
* Release approved payments and transfers
* Ensure that Intercompany accounts are reported on a monthly basis, in time
* Review and sign\-off intercompany balances, including reconciliations, on a timely basis

Taxes
* Ensure the tax reporting requirements in place are met to support Operations Control and Group Accounting
* Ensure VAT amounts are reconciled, returns are compiled and submitted, and any amounts owing are paid on time
* Ensure valid tax compliance certificate is in issue at all times and respond to queries where necessary

Provisions
* Ensure that Provisions and accruals are adequately maintained and accounted for with supporting documentation

Audit and Statutory
* Manage the internal and external audit process from engagement to execution and signature/opinion supported by ALEBS
* Ensure information requirements are met for interim and final testing phases and that AFS are compiled accordingly
* Ensure recommendations regarding management letter points are implemented
* Reconciliation of statutory result to annual Flash/Magnitude and Group reported results

General Ledger
* Review and follow up on General Ledger account reconciliations and reconciling items supported by ALEBS
* Ensure prepayments are supported by documentation and amortised accordingly
* Sundry debtors and creditors are appropriate recovered and paid respectively

Management
* Coordinate with ALEBS to ensure Policies and procedures are maintained and updated
* Bluebook (Group Accounting Methodology) is applied consistently
* Assist with working capital requirement maximization throughout functions
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**Are you a MATCH?**
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**Educational requirements*** Education: Matric certificate plus **Qualified CA(SA)**
* Valid driver’s license and own transport
  

**Experience*** At least 3 years post articles experience
* Financial reporting and analysis
* Should have advanced Excel skills
* Business partnering, relationship management and influencing skills
* Good communication skills are essential, particularly in regard to presenting the results of analysis to management
* Ability to deliver through others
* Team Management
**Our Differences make our Performance**

  

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
  

  

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

Finance Manager

**About Unifi**

***Boldly different. Fiercely human. Proudly African.***


Unifi is redefining credit in Africa with simple, fast personal loans delivered through online, mobile and branch channels. We make life easy for our clients across Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, South Africa and Tanzania. Unifi has conviction in the African continent and its people, and our products enable our clients to achieve even more. As one of the fastest\-growing lenders in Africa, we combine exceptional client service with the very best tech and data analytics.

**Purpose of the role**


The Group Reporting Controller reports to the Group Reporting Manager and acts as a key second\-in\-command in the team. You’ll help make sure Unifi’s group numbers are right, our reporting is strong and our finance function keeps getting better as we grow. You’ll support consolidated financial reporting, technical accounting, ERP maintenance and our financial control environment. Working closely with finance teams across Africa, you’ll challenge what can be improved and drive simpler, more consistent and automated ways of working that can scale with Unifi.

**Responsibilities**

* Own the preparation and review of Unifi’s monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated management accounts and financial statements.
* Review country management accounts and financial statements, making sure reporting is accurate, consistent and aligned across the group.
* Work through complex accounting matters and develop clear technical accounting positions in line with IFRS and relevant laws and regulations.
* Own the year\-end audit alongside the Group Reporting Manager, working with external auditors and country finance teams to keep requests moving and achieve timely group\-wide sign\-off.
* Step in for the Group Reporting Manager in auditor and leadership discussions when needed.
* Spot and drive opportunities to automate, simplify and strengthen our reporting processes and controls, particularly through NetSuite and other finance technology.
* Work with the Group FP\&A team on budgeting, forecasting and group\-level variance analysis.
* Support group\-wide tax, secretarial and statutory reporting requirements.
* Build and improve standardised templates, tools and processes that help country finance teams close accurately, consistently and on time.
* Develop and deliver practical training that strengthens financial accounting and reporting capability across our finance teams.
* Help drive group reporting initiatives, keeping timelines on track and contributing to the wider group finance strategy.
* Perform quarterly valuations in line with group policies and make sure KPI and other key calculations are consistently applied across the group.
* Own the administration of NetSuite and its integrations with other systems across Unifi, making sure the system supports how Finance needs to work.
* Help build and strengthen Unifi’s financial control environment, without adding unnecessary complexity.
* When a country team needs support to meet a group deadline, roll up your sleeves and help get it done.

**Requirements**

* Registered as SAICA .
* 5\+ years of post\-article accounting experience, including hands\-on ownership of multi\-currency, multi\-entity consolidations.
* Strong IFRS knowledge and the confidence to stand behind your thinking with auditors and other stakeholders.
* Comfortable getting into the detail of an ERP such as NetSuite and finding ways to make the system, processes and controls work better.
* A clear, practical communicator who can make complex finance matters easier for others to understand.
* Comfortable asking hard questions and challenging something that doesn’t look right, while building strong relationships with the people around you.
* Takes real ownership, cares about the detail and speaks up early when something is going off track.
* Brings high standards and discipline without making things unnecessarily complicated.
* Naturally looks for simpler, faster and better ways of working — and is willing to get stuck in to make them happen.
* Comfortable working across different countries, teams and ways of working.
* Willing to get stuck in, put in the extra effort and help the team deliver when deadlines are tight.
* Willing to travel across Africa when needed.
* Excited by the opportunities in Africa and eager to help build something meaningful.

Group Reporting Accountant

**Overview**


We are seeking an experienced **Accounts Assistant Manager** to join our non\-audit team and take ownership of a mixed portfolio of clients, with a strong focus on businesses within the media and creative industries.


This is a **hands\-on role** for an experienced practice accountant who is ready to take greater responsibility for client relationships, accounts and tax preparation and review, workflow management and team supervision.


While the role includes a strong review and oversight element, the successful candidate will also be expected to get hands\-on with **preparing more complex accounts and management accounts** where required.


You will work closely with clients and the wider team to ensure work is delivered accurately, efficiently and on time, while providing practical support and guidance across a broad range of accounting and tax matters.


The role would suit someone who enjoys the technical side of accountancy but also wants to be involved in people, clients and the day\-to\-day running of a portfolio.

**Key Responsibilities:**

**Portfolio \& Client Management**

* Take ownership of a mixed non\-audit portfolio, predominantly comprising clients within the media and creative sectors
* Act as a key day\-to\-day contact for clients, developing strong and trusted working relationships
* Manage client expectations, deadlines and workflow across your portfolio
* Provide practical, commercially aware advice and identify opportunities to add value to clients
* Handle and respond to HMRC queries, correspondence and compliance matters
* Proactively communicate with clients regarding outstanding information, deadlines and technical matters
* Ensure work is delivered to a consistently high standard and within agreed timescales

**Accounts \& Tax**

* Prepare and review year\-end statutory accounts, including more complex accounts where required, under FRS 102 1A and FRS 105
* Prepare and review monthly and quarterly management accounts for selected clients
* Take a hands\-on approach to the preparation of accounts and management accounts where required, rather than operating solely in a review capacity
* Review and oversee corporation tax computations and CT600s
* Review and oversee personal tax returns for directors, shareholders and sole traders
* Review VAT returns and support clients with VAT compliance and related queries
* Review bookkeeping and accounting records to ensure accuracy, completeness and appropriate supporting documentation
* Identify technical issues and provide appropriate solutions or escalate where required
* Ensure accounts and tax work is completed in accordance with relevant UK legislation, accounting standards and internal procedures

**Team \& Workflow Management**

* Manage workflow across your portfolio, ensuring work is appropriately planned, allocated and completed ahead of deadlines
* Supervise, review and support junior team members, providing constructive feedback and technical guidance
* Delegate work effectively according to team members' experience and workload
* Monitor progress and follow up on outstanding work to keep assignments moving
* Assist with the training and development of junior members of the team
* Act as a point of support for more junior staff on technical and client matters
* Contribute to a positive, collaborative and accountable team environment

**Systems \& Processes**

* Work confidently across **Xero, QuickBooks Online (QBO) and Dext**, with strong practical experience using cloud accounting software
* Use Xero and QBO effectively to prepare, review and analyse accounting information and support accounts and management accounts production
* Review bookkeeping outputs and ensure accounting data is complete, accurate and reliable
* Support clients with cloud accounting processes and best practice where required
* Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and workflow
* Make effective use of accounting technology to improve the quality and efficiency of client delivery

**Skills \& Experience**

**Essential**

* Strong experience within a **UK accountancy practice**, with a predominantly non\-audit background
* Strong accounting skills with the ability to **prepare as well as review** accounts and management accounts
* Proven experience managing or taking significant responsibility for a portfolio of clients
* Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and taxation
* Good working knowledge of **FRS 102 1A and FRS 105**
* Experience preparing and/or reviewing statutory accounts, corporation tax computations, CT600s, personal tax returns and VAT
* Experience handling **more complex accounts and management accounts** independently
* Strong practical experience using **Xero and QuickBooks Online (QBO)**
* Experience working with UK clients and dealing with HMRC
* Previous experience supervising, reviewing or mentoring junior team members
* Strong organisational and workflow management skills
* Confident client\-facing communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple clients, deadlines and competing priorities independently
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high\-quality work

**Desirable**

* ACCA or ACA qualified, part\-qualified, or qualified by experience
* Experience working with media, creative or similar owner\-managed businesses
* Experience providing accounting or tax advice beyond routine compliance
* Strong experience with Dext
* Previous experience at Assistant Manager, Client Manager or equivalent level

**What We're Looking For**


We're looking for someone who can operate with a good degree of independence and take genuine ownership of their portfolio.


You will be:

* **Technically strong and hands\-on**, with the ability to prepare and review accounts and management accounts
* Confident using **Xero and QBO** in a practical accounting environment
* Client\-focused, with the confidence to build trusted relationships
* Organised and commercially aware, with a strong understanding of deadlines and priorities
* A capable reviewer and delegator, able to support junior staff while maintaining quality
* Comfortable getting involved in more complex accounting work when required
* Proactive, willing to identify issues rather than simply pass them on
* Practical and solutions\-focused, with the ability to explain technical matters clearly
* Collaborative, with a supportive approach to developing colleagues
* Comfortable working in a fast\-paced practice environment with multiple clients and competing priorities

**The Opportunity**


This is an opportunity for an experienced practice accountant to step into a role with greater ownership and responsibility, combining **hands\-on accounting and tax work** with client management, workflow oversight and team leadership.


The successful candidate will become an important part of the non\-audit team, with the opportunity to build strong client relationships, develop junior colleagues, work on more complex accounts and management accounts, and contribute to the continued improvement of the firm's accounts and tax offering.

Accounts Assistant Manager - Non-Audit

**Introduction to the VKB Group**


The **VKB Group** is a leading agricultural enterprise, deeply rooted in the rural heartland of South Africa. Guided by more than a century of trust and innovation, VKB provides essential support and services to farmers while delivering high\-quality, farm\-produced food products to consumers.


Our operations span the entire agricultural value chain — from input supply and primary production to processing, logistics, and market access. Through our regional brands **VKB, GWK, and NTK**, we continue to grow a resilient and future\-focused agri\-business that contributes to food security, economic development, and community empowerment.


Built on the trust of our farmer\-shareholders and the dedication of our people, VKB remains committed to sustainable progress and the development of South Africa’s agricultural sector.

**More about VKB Milling**


VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd is one of four subsidiaries of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, the agri\-processing division of the VKB Group.


VKB Milling operates white maize mills in **Mokopane (Limpopo)** and **Mashishing (Mpumalanga),** a wheat mill in **Frankfort (Free State),** as well as a maize mill in **Christiana** and a wheat mill in **Modderrivier (Northern Cape).**

**Introduction**


Provide administrative support to the relevant Accountant and assist with the efficient execution of creditor\-related functions. The successful candidate will ensure accurate processing of financial documentation, maintain up\-to\-date records, and contribute to the smooth operation of the finance department while adding value to existing processes and systems.  

  

**Requirements**

* Grade 12 or NQF4
* Experience within the financial environment will serve as recommendation
* Computer Literate, Excel and Word at intermediate level
* Constantly adding value to the current functions of the job
* Ability to function well in a high\-pressure environment

**Duties and Responsibilities**  

* Handle credit applications accurately and timeously.
* Draft, prepare, and maintain all documentation relating to creditors.
* Process and capture purchase invoices and credit notes.
* Perform general administrative functions, including reconciliations, filing, and archiving of records.
* Compile creditor reconciliations and ensure accuracy of account balances.
* Attend to and resolve creditor and vendor queries professionally and efficiently.
* Ensure all applications comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and company requirements.
* Maintain and regularly update vendor information in accordance with company policies and procedures.
* Support the Accountant with day\-to\-day financial administration and reporting activities.
* Ensure documentation is maintained in an organized and auditable manner.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of financial and administrative processes.

**Skills*** High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Strong analytical and problem\-solving abilities.
* Conflict handling and resolution skills.
* Negotiation skills.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong numerical aptitude.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
* Good organizational and time\-management skills.
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
 **Other Information**

* The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
* VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.
* VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity \& Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.
* **Things to take note of when applying through our Career Portal.**
* Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal
* Clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word
* The CV should not have handwriting on the document
* **NB!** Only Submit your CV on the **Upload CV section** of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver’s License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.
* **When uploading profile picture**, make sure the minimum size uploaded is **300 x 300px**

Accounts Payable Assistant - VKB Milling, Frankfort

ADMIN, HR \& ACCOUNTS MANAGER — LIVE\-IN POSITION

4\-star lodge, St Lucia, KwaZulu\-Natal

A privately owned 4\-star lodge is creating a new, all\-rounder role for an organised and trustworthy Admin, HR \& Accounts person. This is a live\-in position on the estate, ideally suited to someone who enjoys bringing order to systems and thrives in a small, hands\-on team.

You will report to the lodge owners and the Lodge Manager, working closely with the Duty Managers and the Operations team.

The role at a glance

**Accounts \& finance**

Payroll preparation (Pastel), staff accounts and month\-end tip calculations for submission to our accountants. Processing bank statements and month\-end accounts in Sage, and integrating our reservations system (Semper) and bank deposits with Sage. Debtors, creditors, petty cash, daily cash\-up checks and loading payments for approval. Month\-end reporting on occupancy, spend, turnover and forecasts, plus reservations and agent statistics drawn from Semper.

**HR \& administration**

Keeping contracts, job descriptions and SOPs current, signed and correctly filed. Coordinating staff training against those SOPs, running performance and monthly review cycles, and carrying out staff accommodation checks. Maintaining guides’ qualifications, permits and licences.

**Systems \& compliance**

Digitising and networking all records, and taking ownership of our Google Drive filing structure and shared calendars, including renewal reminders. Managing the key register and lodge security protocols, and ensuring staff adhere to lodge policy. Overseeing statutory and operational renewals: liquor, business and tourism licences, ICASA, EDTEA, vehicle licences, public transport permits, SAMSA boat licences, Ezemvelo permits and Tourism Grading Council membership.

**General support**

Guest account checks, monthly Eskom readings and logging, contact lists and procedure manuals, supporting the Head Chef with stock takes, orders and capturing, and authorising orders. The role also includes PA support to the owners.

What we’re looking for

Solid bookkeeping experience to trial balance, ideally with Sage and Pastel Payroll. Hospitality or lodge experience is a strong advantage, as is familiarity with Semper or a similar PMS. Confident with Excel and Google Workspace. Discretion, accuracy and self\-discipline matter more here than a long CV — you’ll be handling confidential financial and staff information with minimal supervision. A valid driver’s licence is required, and a signed non\-disclosure agreement is a condition of employment.

What we offer

A single live\-in position with accommodation and meals provided, in a beautiful natural setting near iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Salary is negotiable based on experience. Because this is a newly created role, responsibilities will be refined with you over time, and you may occasionally be asked to assist with other reasonable tasks.

Pay: R15 000,00 \- R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

### **Job Advert Summary**


To safeguard the integrity, completeness and auditability of assigned financial information by managing debtors and sundry receivables, applying GRAP 104 expected credit loss requirements, coordinating debt recovery and write\-off processes, maintaining the fixed asset accounting function, processing compliant and timely payments, reconciling selected Statement of Financial Position accounts, resolving internal and external audit findings, and reviewing finance policies, procedures and internal controls. The role supports accurate financial reporting, effective asset stewardship, compliance with the PFMA, National Treasury prescripts, Standards of GRAP, TIA delegations, and approved finance policies and procedures.



Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer\- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio\-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer\-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability.



In executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non\-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people’s lives and protecting the environment. The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.

### **Minimum Requirements**

**Qualification**


* BCom Accounting, BCompt or equivalent NQF Level 7 accounting qualification.
* Postgraduate qualification in Accounting or Finance; completed SAICA articles or equivalent professional training; progress toward CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA or another recognised professional designation will be ideal.


**Work Experience**


* At least 5 years relevant financial accounting experience, including practical exposure to receivables, reconciliations, payments, fixed assets, journals and audit support.
* Five or more years in a public entity or GRAP reporting environment, with direct responsibility for GRAP 104 ECL calculations, annual financial statement schedules, audit action plans and policy or procedure review will be ideal.

### **Duties and Responsibilities**

**Financial**


* Maintain accurate debtor, sundry receivable and customer records, including invoices, credit notes, receipts and supporting documentation.
* Issue invoices and statements on time and ensure transactions are correctly recorded in the appropriate period and accounts.
* Conduct monthly debtor ageing reviews, investigate disputes and unallocated balances, follow up outstanding debts and escalate overdue accounts.
* Reconcile debtor sub\-ledgers and supporting schedules to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
* Liaise with business units, customers, legal services and other stakeholders to validate balances and support debt recovery.
* Prepare receivables schedules, reporting information and financial statement disclosures.
* Apply the approved **GRAP 104 Expected Credit Loss (ECL)** methodology, including assessing approaches, calculating provisions and maintaining supporting models and audit trails.
* Prepare quarterly and annual ECL models, reconciliations, journals and disclosures, incorporating ageing, recovery history, credit risk indicators and forward\-looking information.
* Maintain debt recovery and litigation registers and coordinate approved recovery actions, including demands, payment arrangements, set\-offs and legal collections.
* Assess recovery efforts and prepare complete write\-off submissions, process approved write\-offs and recoveries, and monitor previously written\-off debts.
* Review payment packs for completeness, accuracy, approvals, budget availability, tax treatment and compliance with contracts, delegations and TIA policies.
* Process authorised supplier and operational payments accurately within approved and statutory timelines.


**Stakeholder**


* Build effective relationships with Finance, SCM, Legal, HR, IT, Facilities, business units, customers, suppliers and governance structures.
* Resolve finance, debtor, payment, asset and reconciliation queries accurately and within agreed service standards.
* Communicate outstanding actions, control gaps and financial risks clearly and professionally.
* Coordinate asset verification, movements, losses, disposals and recoveries with relevant stakeholders.
* Maintain professional, evidence\-based relationships with internal and external auditors.


**Internal Business Processes**


* Manage the fixed asset register and ensure accurate recording of acquisitions, transfers, depreciation, impairment, disposals, losses and write\-offs in line with TIA policy and GRAP.
* Perform asset reconciliations, depreciation reviews and impairment assessments, and resolve discrepancies.
* Coordinate annual asset verification, disposals, recoveries and related approvals.
* Support the Asset Management Committee, reporting and audit requirements.
* Prepare and maintain monthly reconciliations for debtors, receivables, staff debtors, prepayments, deposits, fixed assets, accruals and other assigned accounts.
* Reconcile GL balances to supporting records, investigate variances and process approved corrections.
* Maintain reconciliation exception registers and certify assigned balances.
* Prepare schedules and supporting information for management, statutory and annual financial reporting.
* Coordinate timely responses to internal and external audit requests and prepare supporting evidence.
* Track audit findings, corrective actions and closure evidence, escalating overdue matters.
* Analyse recurring findings and recommend sustainable control and process improvements.
* Review and update finance policies, procedures, templates and controls to ensure compliance with GRAP, National Treasury requirements and legislation.


**Learning and Improvement**


* Achieve agreed performance objectives and standards.
* Maintain up\-to\-date knowledge of GRAP, PFMA, National Treasury requirements and relevant TIA policies.
* Complete professional development activities and share knowledge with finance colleagues and business users.
* Demonstrate TIA values, ethical conduct, confidentiality, accountability and continuous improvement.
* Effectively use authorised finance systems and maintain accurate electronic records and audit trails.
* Identify opportunities for automation, stronger controls and improved reporting.
* Safeguard confidential financial, supplier, customer and employee information.

Financial Accountant (Fixed Term)

**Accountant** 

Tafelberg Furnishers group is currently seeking to employ an experienced Accountant at their Head Office in Bellville.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the full Accountant function.

* Creditor’s Recon and payments
* Management Report’s / Branch Accounting
* Bank Payments (FNB)
* VAT Returns
* VAT Recons
* Customer credit and refunds
* Calculating monthly agent commission
* Calculating monthly sales commissions and spivs
* Daily and weekly figure reports
* Monthly inter group recoveries (rent/advertising/deliveries)
* Maintain FAR
* Prepare audit files
* Prepare annual budget
* Costing of imported stock

Requirements:

* Relevant tertiary qualification in finance / accounting
* Minimum of 2 years’ post qualification experience
* Sage Evolution proficient
* Advanced Excel

Application Question(s):

* What is your salary expectation?
* Which area in Cape Town do you stay?

Education:

* Diploma (Required)

Experience:

* Finance/Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Junior Accountant

**PURPOSE OF THE JOB**

  

Responsible to support the Grants Manager in the implementation of INSETA financial processes and policies in achieving INSETA strategic Financial Objectives, in line with the PFMA.


Providing oversight and guidance on grants management activities by managing the Discretionary grants, and Mandatory grants value chain processes in compliance with internal and external legislative and operational compliance requirements through:

* Ensure compliance with the grants management accounting systems, policies and procedures.
* Managing project finance effectively and efficiently.
* Ensuring the valid and accurate employers grants are refunded to qualifying employers in line with the Legislation and INSETA policy
* Managing Discretionary grants payments and ensure correct accounting in line with the payment tranche deliverables.
* Oversee effective document management processes.


Performing all tasks related to the purpose of this role, as required and delegated

  

**Key Performance Areas**

 **Outputs**

  

Discretionary Grants (DG) Management 45%

  

* Ensuring Discretionary grants payments are accounted in line with the contract payment tranche deliverables and timeously.
* Ensure all payment tranche deliverables or supporting documents are properly maintained and easily accessible for audit purposes.
* Ensure the Performance of assertions test (occurrence, accuracy, cut\-off, completeness and classification before posting transactions by:
* Re\-performing calculations of every invoice payment tranche in accordance with the approved DG procedures and /or guidelines and learning programme contracts.
* Ensuring the DG expenditure is correctly accounted for in the correct reporting period as per the payment tranche deliverables.
* Ensure that all deliverables are complete before the transaction can be posted.
* Ensuring the correct classification of the DG related expenditure in line with the policy and procedures in respect of project administration and project expenses
* Ensuring the accurate, valid and complete accruals for DG expenditure are calculated and processed in the accounting system.
* Follow up and resolve queries relating to payments in line with the prescribed turn\-around times.
* Ensure that classification of discretionary and project administration expenditure according to the chart of accounts.
* Perform DG external confirmations of expenditure and payables to ensure completeness of financial statements.
* Review and prepare payables reconciliations and follow up any outstanding invoices and resolve unreconciled item within prescribed timeframes.
* Update the commitment register with new contracts immediately on receipt of a valid contract.
* Review and perform recalculations of all addendums and closure letters and update the commitment register.
* Ensuring that all project adjustments are correctly accounted for in the commitment register.
* Timeous submission of the commitment register, supporting the financial statements to internal and external stakeholders.
* Keep and manage all records used to update the commitment register items.
  

Mandatory Grants Management 30%

  

* Review and ensure accuracy of the levy file received from the department (DHET.
* Prepare the mandatory grants payment file and ensure accurate refunded amounts to employers.
* Reconcile the file with WSP/ ATR and ensure accurate and complete expenditure is recorded in the general ledger.
* Follow up with Skills division and employers on outstanding documents required to process MG payments.
* Perform Individual employer reconciliation for top 20 and communicate with employers.
* Perform MG external confirmations of payables to ensure completeness of financial statements.
* Handle mandatory grants queries timeously and effectively.
  

Reporting 10%

  

* Provide information for the preparation of quarterly reports for DHET.
* Respond to requests from internal and external audits.
* Prepare Levy and Payment Reports
* Develop ad hoc reports for management.
* Analyse and interpret data from WSPs and ATRs.
* Timeous progress reporting on action plans against reported internal/ external audit findings.
* Preparation of DG and MG related general ledger reconciliations.
  

People Management 10%

  

* Develop and monitor division staff KPAs and performance management, coaching and mentoring initiatives.
* Identification of required skills and competency gaps
* Train and develop individual staff members in terms of the performance improvement plans.
* Plan and manage immediate subordinates activities to achieve efficiency in meeting all reporting requirements timely.
  

Stakeholder Relationship Management 5%

  

* Ensure stakeholder satisfaction through effective handling of queries and reporting.
* Support Internal divisions with payments and other queries.
* Build brand INSETA within the sector
  

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**

 **Qualifications**

**Minimum Requirement:**

* Grade 12 and:
* NQF level 6 qualification in Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting or similar field (or equivalent).

**Preferred Requirement**:

* NQF level 7 qualification in Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting or equivalent. Completed articles and a professional registration with an appropriate accounting body (e.g. CIMA, SAICA, SAIPA, IRBA) will be an advantage.
 **Experience**

**Minimum Requirement:**

A minimum of 3 years proven experience in Financial Management and/or Accounting is required.

**Preferred Requirement:**

A minimum of 5 years in financial management and /or accounting environment.


Applicable experience in the Public Sector environment including knowledge of PFMA and/or GRAP.

* Experience and knowledge in dealing with Auditors (both internal and external).).
  


The Insurance Sector Education and Authority (INSETA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to Employment Equity and diversity with opportunities afforded in line with the approved Employment Equity Plan.


INSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All appointments are subject to vetting processes.


If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, send your cv and qualifications on your online application via INSETA website

**Previous applicants are encouraged to re\-apply.**

**Closing date: 1 September 2026**

**No late applications will be accepted.**

Grants Accountant (x2)

**PURPOSE OF THE JOB**

  

Responsible to process creditor payments for INSETA creditors according to policy, the PFMA and statutory requirements and to provide administrative support to the Finance department.

#### **Key Performance Areas**

 **Outputs**

  

Accounting and Financial Administration Support 70%

 **Expenditure and Payable Management**

* Ensuring Discretionary grants payments are processed in line with the contract payment tranche deliverables and timeously.
* Ensure all payment tranche deliverables or supporting documents are properly maintained and easily accessible for audit purposes.
* Assist in the Performance of assertions test (occurrence, accuracy, cut\-off, completeness and classification by:
* Performing recalculations of every invoice payment tranche in accordance with the approved DG procedures and /or guidelines and learning programme contracts.
* Ensuring the DG expenditure is correctly accounted for in the correct reporting period as per the payment tranche deliverables.
* Ensuring the correct classification of the DG related expenditure in line with the policy and procedures in respect of project administration and project expenses
* Record and update the invoice tracker and follow up on outstanding queries.
* Ensure adherence to PFMA, GRAP and all applicable laws and standards.
* Process the invoice in the accounting system, ensure accurate GL allocations and submit to Accountant for review and posting.
* Once invoices are posted, process the payment in the accounting system and ensure correct payable GL allocation and correct bank account is used and submit for approval.
* Timeously follow up with divisions and obtain outstanding details where required for payment processing.
* Submit the invoice tracker to Senior Accountants for monitoring of the 30 days payment terms as and when payments are submitted.
* Creation and maintenance supplier master data in the accounting system.

**Cash Management**

* Ensure payments are exported to the correct bank account.
* Review bank statements daily and track unpaid (bounced back payments) and address to ensure payment still within 30 days.
* Prepare cashbook reconciliation weekly for all transactional accounts.
* Follow up on any outstanding/ unreconciled items transaction required and update on next reconciliation.
  

General Ledger Reconciliation 20%

  

* Assist in the preparation of general ledger accounts reconciliations; identify and recommend required amendments and corrections on a monthly basis.
* Prepare and submit weekly bank reconciliations to Accountant for review. Identify and recommend required amendments and corrections on a monthly basis.
* Prepare journals in line with policies, procedures, identified corrections and accruals
  

General Administration and stakeholder support 10%

  

* Maintain accurate and complete filing processes.
* Provide information from records and database as required by stakeholders.
* Provide information requested by internal and external auditors.
* Follow up on outstanding auditing requests.
* Execute ad hoc duties and actions as required by the Manager and supervisors.
* Identify and communicate any potentials risks within the area of responsibility such as document handling, creditors and bank reconciliations.
* Resolve and follow up on queries and issues with the related stakeholders and creditors.
* Monitor compliance according to Policy
* Distribute documents timeously for processing
#### **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**

 **Qualifications**

**Minimum Requirement:**

* Grade 12 or equivalent
* NQF 5 qualification in Finance/ Financial Accounting / Financial Management or equivalent is required

**Preferred Requirement:**

NQF 6 qualification in Finance/ Financial Accounting / Financial Management/ Business Management or equivalent.

 **Experience**

**Minimum Requirement**:


A minimum of 1 to 2 years relevant experience in Financial Administration and payments in a PFMA environment

**Preferred Requirement:**

A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Financial Management environment

  

The Insurance Sector Education and Authority (INSETA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to Employment Equity and diversity with opportunities afforded in line with the approved Employment Equity Plan.


INSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All appointments are subject to vetting processes.


If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, send your cv and qualifications on your online application via INSETA website

**Previous applicants are encouraged to re\-apply.**

**Closing date: 1 September 2026**

**No late applications will be accepted.**

Grants Administrator (x2)

**Purpose:**



The Marketing Expense Accountant will be responsible for managing, monitoring, and controlling marketing expenditure to ensure accurate financial reporting, budget compliance, and adherence to company policies and accounting standards. The role provides financial support to the Marketing department by overseeing the accounting, reconciliation, analysis, and reporting of marketing expenses, ensuring that all costs are accurately recorded, appropriately authorised, and aligned with approved budgets.


  

**1\. Marketing Expense Review and Management**


* Review, verify, and process all marketing\-related expenses to ensure they are accurate, reasonable, compliant, and properly supported.
* Review expense claims and payment requests related to marketing campaigns, advertising, brand promotion, digital marketing, media buying, exhibitions, sponsorships, promotional gifts, and other marketing activities.
* Ensure all expenses comply with the Company's financial policies, approved budgets, and authorization procedures.


**2\. Budget Planning and Control**


* Assist in preparing annual and monthly marketing budgets.
* Monitor the budget utilization of various car brands
* Track budget execution, identify potential overspending, and provide timely variance analysis.
* Ensure marketing expenditures remain within the approved budget.


**3\. Contract and Payment Management**


* Review marketing contracts, quotations, purchase requisitions, and payment applications.
* Verify contract values, payment milestones, deliverables, and supporting documentation before payment.
* Coordinate with Procurement, Marketing, and Accounts Payable to ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers.


**4\. Marketing Campaign Cost Management**


* Track and manage costs for marketing campaigns, events, exhibitions, sponsorships, media placements, advertising production, promotional materials, and branding activities.
* Compare actual costs against approved budgets and analyze variances.
* Maintain complete and accurate records of all marketing project expenses.


**5\. Financial Analysis and Reporting**


* Prepare monthly marketing expense reports and management analysis.
* Analyze spending by brand, campaign, supplier, and cost category.
* Provide management with financial insights and recommendations to improve cost efficiency and return on investment (ROI).


**6\. Financial Compliance**


* Ensure all marketing expenditures comply with company policies, accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal control requirements.
* Support internal and external audits by preparing relevant documentation.
* Maintain proper filing and documentation of marketing contracts, invoices, payment records, and supporting documents.


**7\. Cross\-functional Collaboration**


* Work closely with the Marketing, Procurement, Legal, and Finance teams to support marketing operations.
* Assist the Marketing team in improving budgeting, expense management, and payment processes.
* Perform other duties assigned by the Finance Manager or CFO

  


**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**


 Marketing expense review accuracy* **99%**

 On\-time processing of marketing payments* **98%**
* Marketing budget variance within **±5%**

 Marketing reimbursement processing completed within SLA* **95%**
* Monthly marketing expense reports submitted on time **100%**
* Contract and payment compliance **100%**
* Zero major audit findings related to marketing expenses
* Timely identification and reporting of budget overruns **100%**

  


**Job Requirements**


* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related field.
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in accounting, financial analysis, or expense management; experience in marketing finance is preferred.
* Good understanding of budgeting, expense control, and financial processes.
* Experience with SAP (FI/CO) or other ERP systems is preferred.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem\-solving skills.
* Detail\-oriented, responsible, and able to work under pressure.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
* Fluent in English; experience in a multinational company is an advantage.

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