Full-Function Accountant – SME Finance Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a meticulous Full‑Function Accountant to own the entire financial accounting process for an SME environment. The successful candidate will manage daily transactions, statutory compliance, month‑end close and audit preparation, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Execute full AP/AR cycles, daily bank reconciliations, debtor follow‑ups and 3‑way matching.
• Capture landed costs for imported stock and manage FIFO inventory costing.
• Prepare month‑end close pack (provisions, accruals, FX revaluations, depreciation) and deliver management accounts within five working days.
• Maintain fixed‑asset register and produce a 13‑week cash‑flow forecast.
• Process multi‑currency transactions (ZAR, USD, EUR, GBP) and reconcile inter‑company balances for South Africa and Zimbabwe.
• Handle end‑to‑end SARS eFiling for VAT201, EMP201, EMP501, IRP6 and ITR14.
• Serve as primary contact for external auditors and compile the year‑end audit pack under IFRS for SMEs.

Required profile

• B.Com Accounting or equivalent (Honours a plus).
• 3‑5 years hands‑on financial accounting experience, preferably in an SME.
• Proven expertise with SARS eFiling from computation to submission.
• Highly independent, analytical and reliable transport.

Required skills

• Advanced MS Excel (pivots, lookups).
• Experience with modern accounting/ERP software such as Sage, Xero or QuickBooks.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and multi‑currency accounting.
• Understanding of FIFO inventory costing.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (R32,000 per month, negotiable).
• Opportunity to lead the finance function in a dynamic SME.
• Professional development in a supportive environment.