Senior Accountant

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: CPT006553/CS

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Employer: Persona Staff

Accountant – ParowManufacturingFull-time | On-site Our client is a growing manufacturing group operating across multiple entities, with a strong focus on operational efficiency, inventory control, and service delivery. They are seeking a hands-on Accountant to take ownership of the full financial function across 6 entities. This role suits someone experienced in inventory, WIP, and workshop-related financial controls within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and reconcile the Cash Book to bank statements and General Ledger
Reconcile all General Ledger and clearing accounts
Monitor ledger accounts and ensure correct allocations
Prepare and process monthly journals, including accruals and adjustments
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and process depreciation
Manage daily day-end processes and ensure accurate posting to the General Ledger
Monitor and control inventory movements in a workshop/manufacturing environment
Ensure accurate allocation of parts and materials to jobs for costing and invoicing
Perform monthly stock and WIP reconciliations
Ensure jobs are closed timeously after invoicing
Investigate and resolve stock variances and discrepancies
Coordinate and manage annual stock counts
Ensure integrity of inventory valuation
Process payroll and statutory deductions
Manage leave records and absenteeism tracking
Load and manage weekly and monthly payments
Manage daily cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts
Control all EFT payments
Process local and foreign supplier payments, including imports
Manage multiple bank accounts (25+)
Work closely with Debtors and Creditors functions
Prepare monthly Trial Balance, Income Statement, and Balance Sheet
Manage month-end and year-end processes
Prepare audit packs and liaise with external auditors
Assist with budgets and forecasting
Participate in weekly management meetings
Manage SARS eFiling (VAT, PAYE, etc.)
Ensure compliance with CIPC, BEE, and statutory requirements
Maintain company compliance documentation
Monitor and manage insurance policies, premiums, and claims

Requirements

Relevant Accounting qualification
Proven experience in a manufacturing or workshop environment
Strong understanding of inventory, WIP, and job costing
Solid experience with SARS eFiling and statutory compliance
Ability to manage multiple entities simultaneously
Strong Excel and accounting systems experience
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to operate in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment

craig@personastaff.co.za

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PERSONA’s vision is to allow our Clients to focus on their core activities, and let PERSONA manage the responsibility of staff recruitment; ensuring the perfect fit between candidate and client for the most efficient and effective workforce.
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More background checks on request.
Psychometric testing (additional services)
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