Accounts Manager
Pretoria,
South Africa
We are seeking a detail-oriented, disciplined, and proactive Accounts Manager to oversee the company’s financial operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate ledgers, preparing invoices and bills, processing payroll, reconciling accounts, and ensuring all payments are properly uploaded for authorization. This position is central to maintaining financial integrity and smooth daily accounting across customer, vendor, and payroll processes.
Details
Salary
R15,000 - R25,000
Working Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
(8h + 1h lunch)
Saturday, 09:00 - 14:00
(5h)
45h per week
Employment Type
Permanent
Employment Location
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Benefits
Annual Performance Bonus
Employees are rewarded once a year based on overall performance, accuracy, and contribution to company goals.
Upskilling & Development
We provide ongoing training, mentorship, and learning opportunities to help staff advance their skills and careers.
Requirements
Education
Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Experience
Minimum 2 years in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration roles.
Accounting Knowledge
Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including transaction recording, debit and credit logic, reconciliations, VAT, and general ledger management.
Payroll Knowledge
Sound knowledge of payroll preparation, processing, and reconciliation, including deductions, allowances, and statutory requirements.
Accounting Systems
Practical experience with ERP or accounting software such as Odoo, Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero; able to navigate and maintain financial records within such systems.
Microsoft Excel
Advanced ability to use Excel for accounting and reporting — including formulas, pivot tables, reconciliations, and structured data management.
Computer Skills
Strong general computer literacy — able to operate Windows or similar environments confidently, manage files, use office applications, and configure devices such as printers or scanners.
Typing Proficiency
Minimum 70 words per minute with at least 95% accuracy.
Language Proficiency
English level C1 (Advanced) — must be able to speak and write clearly and professionally in a business environment.
Attention to Detail
Exceptional accuracy in financial entries, reconciliations, and document handling.
Work Ethic
Highly organized, disciplined, and consistent in meeting deadlines.
Confidentiality & Integrity
Maintains strict confidentiality when handling payroll and financial information.
Responsibilities
Invoicing & Billing
Prepare, issue, and verify customer invoices and vendor bills with accurate unit pricing, quantities, and totals.
Payment Processing
Upload supplier and other outgoing payments for authorization by management, ensuring supporting documents are complete and properly referenced.
Account Reconciliation
Reconcile all customer, supplier, and control accounts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and balance between ledgers and statements.
Payment Allocation
Match and apply incoming and outgoing payments to the correct invoices and bills; resolve any mismatches or unapplied entries.
Statements & Follow-ups
Generate, send, and monitor customer statements; follow up on overdue accounts and maintain up-to-date aging schedules.
Payroll Processing
Prepare and process payroll accurately and on schedule, including allowances, deductions, and statutory submissions where applicable.
Reporting & Audit Support
Produce reconciliation reports, cash flow summaries, and audit support documentation with clear traceability.
System Accuracy
Maintain accurate, well-documented records in the system to support management reporting and financial audits.