37 Gl Accountant jobs in South Africa

Are you a dynamic, problem solver and number-orientated individual? My client, based in the northern suburbs, is looking for a Ledger Controller to be responsible for general accounting activities within their group of companies. The successful candidate will navigate a multicultural and highly innovative environment while partnering with a number of internal customers within finance to ensure that the Accounting function operates at a level that exceeds expectations. This is a contract position, so having no notice period is essential.

Responsibilities:

• General Ledger and Month End Reporting
• Maintain Balance Sheet Reconciliations in line with corporate requirements
• Accounts Receivable and Payable
• Monthly reconciliation of all Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ledger accounts
• Balance GL to AR and AP sub-system balances and reconcile
• Provision for doubtful debts calculations
• Process all payments via the ERP system from the bank statements and reconcile statements
• Inter-company Accounting
• Inventory
• Fixed Assets and Lease Accounting
• Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls (SOX)

Requirements:

• Good understanding of accounting principles (IFRS, US GAAP)
• Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA) distinct advantage but not essential
• 3-5 years maximum general accounting experience in commerce or completed SAIPA/SAICA Articles
• Knowledge of US GAAP and SOX reporting an advantage

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Job Purpose

To implement and manage the general accounting function by ensuring accurate reflection of the financial position, complying with all legal and internal requirements, and providing a sound basis for management interpretation.

• Perform month end transactional activities e.g., review of adjustments, month-end closing procedures, and recon preparation etc.
• Provide first level support in terms of call and query handling across AEL
• Perform selected bank reconciliations
• Review, approve, and post predefined manual journal entries and support documentation and narration to journal (ensure journal entries are valid, accurate, and complete)
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts within an SLA timeline and follow up on long outstanding items with Retain Finance.
• Prepare a monthly memorandum of balance sheet recon issues for review by the in-country team or Retaine Finance.
• Maintain an issue log of business activities, where you have identified key concerns.
• Have a quarterly meeting with the in-country team or Retain Finance, for re-education of key governance processes and also addressing key concern areas.
• Align with COE on GL master data maintenance
• Capture loading of EFT payments i.e., non-vendor related payments
• Release of EFT payments (not for the same country for which you have loaded payments)
• Process of non-vendor related payments in SAP
• Conduct cash book processing and bank reconciliation preparation
• Ensure all long outstanding and reconciling items on bank reconciliation are timeously cleared
• Engage with stakeholders at an operational level to address any service delivery issues
• Comply with all legislation relating to accounting matters
• Identify internal control weaknesses and assist in developing and implementing improvement opportunities
• Review audit instructions and compile / prepare supporting documentation for the audit process
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical and Conceptual;
• Communication (written and verbal);
• Relationship Building;
• Multi-tasking

The Financial Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting decision-making through financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
• Ensure adherence to tax laws, accounting standards (GAAP / IFRS), and other financial regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation.
• Prepare and review tax returns, VAT reports, and other tax-related filings.
• Analyze costs and financial data to provide insights for business improvement.
• Oversee invoicing, payments, and collections.
• Identify areas for financial efficiency and implement improvements.
• Liaise with management, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred).
• 3 – 5 years of experience in the field
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Xero) and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, GAAP, tax regulations, and financial compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Accuracy in financial reporting and compliance.
• Ability to present financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

• Preparing and reviewing annual financial statements in line with IFRS
• Assisting with group consolidations across multiple entities
• Collaborating with External Auditors and internal stakeholders
• Contributing to Board pack preparation and high-level financial reporting
• Ensuring alignment with group reporting timelines and standards

• Qualified CA(SA)

• 24 years post-articles experience
• Experience working in or with JSE listed or large multinational companies
• Strong IFRS and consolidations knowledge
• Confident communicator, able to engage with senior leadership
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven

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My client, (multinational) is seeking an experienced accountant to build and lead a high-performing accounting team in support of the Marketing Finance function. This is a hands-on role where you will be instrumental in preparing financial statements and internal management accounts for entities operating in various commodities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop a team responsible for trade accounting and financial accounting tasks.

Understand, perform, and continuously improve existing processes including:

Broker reconciliations

Intercompany reconciliations

Inventory reconciliations

P&L reconciliations and investigation of erroneous trading entries

Month-end journal postings

Liaise with auditors for management and statutory audits.

Contribute to management reporting and analysis.

Build strong working relationships with internal accounting teams across global locations.

Identify opportunities for process automation and improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Fully qualified CA(SA) with 3-5 years post-qualification experience

Leadership/management experience preferred (minimum 3 years)

Strong technical IFRS knowledge (IFRS 9, 15, 13, 16)

Keen interest in commodity markets

Excellent IT skills, particularly Excel, and interest in process automation

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage cross-functional relationships

High attention to detail, ownership, and initiative in a fast-paced environment

Advanced written and spoken English

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing
• Industries Oil, Gas, and Mining

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Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Job published:

Job published: 14-08-2025

Job ID:

Job ID: 50762

Phone number:

Phone number: +27310018945

My client, (multinational) is seeking an experienced accountant to build and lead a high-performing accounting team in support of the Marketing Finance function. This is a hands-on role where you will be instrumental in preparing financial statements and internal management accounts for entities operating in various commodities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop a team responsible for trade accounting and financial accounting tasks.

Understand, perform, and continuously improve existing processes including:

Broker reconciliations

Intercompany reconciliations

Inventory reconciliations

P&L reconciliations and investigation of erroneous trading entries

Month-end journal postings

Liaise with auditors for management and statutory audits.

Contribute to management reporting and analysis.

Build strong working relationships with internal accounting teams across global locations.

Identify opportunities for process automation and improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Fully qualified CA(SA) with 3–5 years post-qualification experience

Leadership/management experience preferred (minimum 3 years)

Strong technical IFRS knowledge (IFRS 9, 15, 13, 16)

Keen interest in commodity markets

Excellent IT skills, particularly Excel, and interest in process automation

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage cross-functional relationships

High attention to detail, ownership, and initiative in a fast-paced environment

Advanced written and spoken English

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Job published:

Job published: 14-08-2025

Job ID:

Job ID: 50762

Phone number:

Phone number: +27310018945

My client, (multinational) is seeking an experienced accountant to build and lead a high-performing accounting team in support of the Marketing Finance function. This is a hands-on role where you will be instrumental in preparing financial statements and internal management accounts for entities operating in various commodities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop a team responsible for trade accounting and financial accounting tasks.

Understand, perform, and continuously improve existing processes including:

Broker reconciliations

Intercompany reconciliations

Inventory reconciliations

P&L reconciliations and investigation of erroneous trading entries

Month-end journal postings

Liaise with auditors for management and statutory audits.

Contribute to management reporting and analysis.

Build strong working relationships with internal accounting teams across global locations.

Identify opportunities for process automation and improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Fully qualified CA(SA) with 3–5 years post-qualification experience

Leadership/management experience preferred (minimum 3 years)

Strong technical IFRS knowledge (IFRS 9, 15, 13, 16)

Keen interest in commodity markets

Excellent IT skills, particularly Excel, and interest in process automation

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage cross-functional relationships

High attention to detail, ownership, and initiative in a fast-paced environment

Advanced written and spoken English

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa