Accountant - Coricraft | Fixed-Term Contract

<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable (Debtors) to join our Finance team on a fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of the debtor’s function, maintaining accurate customer accounts, improving collections, and supporting month-end financial reporting as we prepare for integration. The role will also assist with general accounting, reconciliations, statutory compliance and audit requirements to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><ul><li>Advanced Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related qualification.</li><li>Professional membership (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA or similar) will be advantageous.</li><li>5–7 years' accounting experience.</li><li>Strong experience in Accounts Receivable / Debtors.</li><li>Experience with month-end reporting and reconciliations.</li><li>Exposure to ERP systems (Syspro, SAP experience advantageous).</li></ul><p style="text-align: center;">Skills:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel.</li><li>ERP accounting systems.</li><li>Strong reconciliation skills.</li><li>Knowledge of retail or manufacturing finance&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of VAT and general accounting principles.</li><li>Competencies</li><li>Strong attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.</li><li>High level of integrity and accountability.</li><li>Customer-focused with strong relationship management skills.</li><li>Continuous improvement mindset.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: center;">Behaviours:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives</li><li>Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner</li><li>Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers</li><li>Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions</li><li>Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems</li><li>Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes</li><li>Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br><strong>Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Accounts Receivable (Primary Focus)</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the end-to-end debtors function.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer accounts and debtor reconciliations.</li><li>Monitor outstanding balances and proactively drive collections.</li><li>Resolve customer account queries and payment discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare debtor ageing reports and provide commentary on overdue accounts.</li><li>Monitor credit limits and support effective credit control processes.</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing and account issues.<br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare journals and account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Support management reporting and financial analysis.<br>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting &amp; Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare reports for management.</li><li>Prepare and reconcile Balance Sheet accounts&nbsp;</li><li>Assist with external and internal audit requirements.</li><li>Support VAT and statutory submissions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p>