Accountant

Cape Winelands
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: SW006214/ML2

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Helderberg Personnel cc

My client, a well established company based in Paarl, has a vacancy for a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to manage the full financial function of a rapidly growing construction business. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO to ensure strong cash flow management, accurate reporting, and efficient financial operations.

Requirements:

Strong working knowledge of Xero accounting software preferred
Experience with invoicing, progress claims, and bank submissions
Solid understanding of financial management and cash flow control
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to work closely with senior management / CEO
Relevant qualification in Accounting / Finance

Advantageous

Experience in the construction industry (not essential)
Knowledge of project-based accounting
Familiarity with South African tax and compliance requirements

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

Manage day-to-day accounting functions using Xero accounting software
Prepare and issue customer invoices
Submit payment claims to banks and financial institutions
Monitor and manage company cash flow in collaboration with the CEO
Reconcile bank accounts, supplier accounts, and general ledger
Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
Oversee accounts payable and receivable
Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements
Assist with budgeting and financial forecasting
Support external auditors and financial reviews

In return, a competitive salary is on offer

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About Helderberg Personnel cc

Based in Somerset West, Helderberg Personnel was established in 1998. The company initially started doing placements in the Helderberg Basin and over the years expanded nationally. Our background has proved to be invaluable in providing a high standard of recruitment, screening, evaluation and placement of candidates.

Our Value proposition:
The true value proposition of the Helderberg Personnel brand is our commitment to attending to our clients’ needs, culture and values and to ensure that, through comprehensive interviews with candidates, the overall match is determined to ensure a long term relationship. The identity of the client remains confidential at all times. We understand that our function is to ensure that the candidate must become a strategic partner to a business instead of a mere employee. Helderberg Personnel has achieved a steady growth over the last years and we have evolved into one of the leading agencies in the region. We have made placements cross functional, cross industry and up to senior management level.