Accountant

We are a growing financial services firm providing end-to-end support to SMEs, including bookkeeping, payroll, compliance, reporting, and CFO insights. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Accountant (Draftworx + Xero) to join our team and support daily accounting, reconciliations, payroll, and statutory submissions—an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment

Responsibilities

• Record and process financial transactions accurately using accounting systems (Xero preferred; Sage, QuickBooks also considered).

• Prepare and post general ledger journals, including accruals and adjustments.

• Perform reconciliations for bank, supplier, and customer accounts.

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.

• Prepare and submit statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201s).

• Process monthly payroll: payslips, leave tracking, payroll journals, statutory submissions (EMP501s).

• Maintain employee and payroll records; resolve payroll queries.

• Reconcile payroll control accounts and allocate payroll costs accurately.

• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.

• Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.

• Support audit preparation and respond to auditor queries.

• File and maintain accurate financial and supporting documentation.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes and controls.

Requirements

• National Diploma or BCom in Accounting (or currently studying).

• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar accounting role (internship or articles considered).

• Proficiency in Draftworx and Xero (cashbook to trial balance, management reporting, budgeting, accruals, reconciliations).

• Experience with accounting and payroll software (Xero, Sage, SimplePay, or similar).

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and solid computer literacy.

• Understanding of South African tax and payroll legislation.

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and time management.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.

Benefits

• Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today

  • Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
  • Send me your CV on +27 63 584 7231 (Whatsapp)
  • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
  • Please use “Accountant“ as your subject line when applying via email 

  We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future