Accountant – Pepkor Vacancies

Job Overview

The Accountant is responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely invoicing, effective reconciliations, and strong control over accounts. This role supports month-end processes and contributes to maintaining financial integrity across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure invoices and statements are issued timeously and customer payments are received within agreed terms

• Monitor creditor and debtor ageing and ensure all accounts remain current and accurate

• Follow up on outstanding debtor payments and resolve queries promptly

• Perform commission calculations and other financial computations required for month-end processing

• Manage and analyse large data sets in Excel to perform reconciliations and account processing

• Process cashbook transactions, virtual stock, revenue, expenses, and balance sheet accounts

• Prepare and perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for all relevant accounts

• Process month-end journals and prepare accounts up to trial balance for reporting purposes

Minimum Requirements

• 3–5 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role

• Formal qualification or training in accounting

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Required Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Experience using financial systems, with Sage being advantageous

• Strong understanding of accounting principles

• Experience in financial data monitoring and analysis

Competencies and Attributes

• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

• Strong self-management and organizational skills

• Goal-oriented with a results-driven mindset

• Clear and professional communication skills

• Adaptability in a changing and fast-paced environment

• Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills