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Accountant Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at Burnt
Title: Accountant
Company: Burnt
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Burnt was founded in the summer of 2018 by Pierre & Andriana Cronje. The couple decided to merge their love for fitness and fashion with a range of high-quality performance activewear that’s both functional and fashionable and aimed exclusively at those who live and love an active lifestyle.
The Burnt team has grown exponentially over the past couple of years, into a young, dynamic and vibrant group of people with a shared goal and vision for the brand!
Apply for this job if you want to be part of the Burnt Team.
Purpose:
The Accountant will play a key role in supporting the company’s financial operations by ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial records. This role is responsible for maintaining financial integrity across all transactions, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting compliance with tax and regulatory requirements. The Accountant will also collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting issues, improve financial processes, and support informed business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain Financial Records: Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data by managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, completing bank reconciliations, daily cash-up reconciliations, and maintaining accurate general ledger entries.
- Invoice and Expense Processing: Process and verify supplier invoices, employee expense claims, and customer payments to ensure compliance with internal policies and financial procedures. Maintain proper documentation and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable Management: Monitor outstanding payments, follow up on overdue accounts, and ensure timely payment to suppliers. Maintain strong relationships with vendors and customers while ensuring accurate account balances.
- Bank and Cash Reconciliations: Perform regular bank reconciliations and reconcile daily store cash-ups and card transactions to ensure all financial records are accurate and aligned with banking records.
- VAT Returns & Financial Statements: Assist with the preparation and submission of VAT returns and support the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial statements, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare financial reports and assist with financial analysis to support management decision-making. Identify trends, discrepancies, or opportunities for improving financial efficiency.
- Compliance and Controls: Ensure adherence to financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. Maintain strong financial controls and support audit processes when required.
- System Management: Maintain accurate financial data within accounting systems and ensure proper use of accounting tools and integrations to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaboration and Support: Work closely with internal teams including retail, operations, and management to resolve financial queries, support financial processes, and assist with ad-hoc finance projects.
Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
- Strong knowledge of accounting software and bookkeeping principles
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
Experience:
- Experience using Xero and Dext accounting systems
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
- Previous experience in retail or multi-branch environments would be advantageous
Additional Information:
- The position is full time (08:30 – 17:00)
- Start Date: Immediately
- Offices are based in Woodstock, Cape Town – Moving offices to Milnerton soon
- Please email your CV to [email protected]
- Use subject: Accountant
- Selected candidates will be emailed or called. If you have not heard back within 14 days of applying, please deem your application as unsuccessful.
We are super excited to hear from you and welcome our next member to the team!