Accountant
Hire Resolve
Somerset West, Western Cape
Permanent
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Posted 27 January 2026 - Closing Date 10 February 2026

Job Details

Job Description

A leading company operating within the renewable energy sector is seeking a suitably qualified and detail-oriented Accountant to join its growing finance team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment supporting sustainable energy initiatives while managing a broad range of accounting and financial responsibilities across multiple entities

Responsibilities 
  • Accurately capture and process supplier invoices and bills in a timely and organised manner

  • Manage and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers across multiple entities

  • Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, supplier invoices, and delivery receipts

  • Update, reconcile, and monitor bank accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness

  • Prepare and execute weekly payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate, authorised, and supported by appropriate documentation

  • Conduct regular reconciliations of bank accounts and financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies timeously

  • Prepare and distribute monthly management accounts, providing insight into financial performance, variances, and trends

  • Manage intercompany invoicing and reconciliations, ensuring accurate recording of all cross-entity transactions

  • Perform month-end close procedures, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments

  • Reconcile all balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and loan accounts

  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS

  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with management

  • Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities for improvement

  • Effectively utilise Zoho and Xero accounting systems to ensure accurate data capture and efficient financial processing

  • Assist with the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of internal financial controls, policies, and procedures

  • Support annual external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and explanations as required

  • Ensure ongoing compliance with SARS and other relevant regulatory bodies

  • Prepare and submit statutory returns, including VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and income tax

  • Perform monthly VAT reconciliations and assist with tax planning, compliance, and audit queries


Requirements 
  • Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role

  • Experience working within a multi-entity or group environment

  • Strong understanding of South African accounting standards and IFRS

  • Solid knowledge of SARS requirements, including VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and income tax

  • Proven experience preparing management accounts and performing month-end close processes

  • Ability to independently manage full accounting functions up to trial balance

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, reconciliations, and data analysis

  • Experience working with accounting systems such as Xero and Zoho (or similar ERP systems)

  • Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines


Benefits 
  • Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.
  • Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today

    • Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
    • 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