Accountant
Pretoria, Gauteng
Posted 4 days ago
- Company:
- Core Education
- Company Description:
- A balanced approach to education, consisting holistically of academics, sport and culture. Offers academic excellence through committed staff in an inclusive, safe and secure environment.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 3 to 4 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
The Group is seeking a qualified and passionate Accountant in a permanent position, with the ability to maintain accurate financial records, good communication, supporting all functional business area's in a professional, fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly management reports, including Balance Sheets, Income Statements, and related schedules.
• Perform month-end close procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and monthly budget reporting.
• Identify trends and discrepancies in financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Review and maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation schedules.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and handle e-filing requirements.
• Conduct reviews of supplier reconciliations and authorise payments.
• Reconcile all intercompany transactions and loan accounts.
• Oversee the work and output of Finance Administrators.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with internal controls and accounting regulations.
• Support audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Assist in special projects, process improvements, and ad-hoc financial analysis.
The ideal candidate should have strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. We are looking for someone who possesses:
• Bcom Accounting degree
• Three years accountant experience
• SAICA Articles preferred / advantage
• Experience in a school environment would be advantageous
• Experience in Sage One would be advantageous
Required Skills & Competencies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Position: Core Education Head Office in Pretoria, with travel required to outlying schools.
Reports to: Head of Finance
Employment Type: Full-time
