Accountant

We are a growing retail business seeking a hands-on Accountant to join our finance team. You will be responsible for accurate financial reporting, month‑end close, and ensuring strong controls across retail operations including inventory, point-of-sale reconciliations, and store accounting. This role suits a detail-oriented, process-driven accountant who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Duties

• Month‑end and Year‑end Close — Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations to deliver timely, accurate month‑end financials.
• Financial Reporting — Compile management accounts, variance analysis, and KPI reporting for senior management; assist with statutory financial statements.
• Retail Accounting Operations — Reconcile POS takings, store deposits, cash floats, and daily sales reports; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Tax and Compliance — Prepare and support VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL calculations and submissions; ensure compliance with SARS and relevant legislation.
• Budgeting and Forecasting — Assist with annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and rolling cash‑flow projections; provide variance explanations.
• Internal Controls and Process Improvement — Maintain and strengthen internal controls; document processes and implement efficiencies across retail finance workflows.
• Audit and Stakeholder Liaison — Support internal and external audits; provide schedules, explanations, and remedial actions as required.
• Systems and Data Management — Maintain accurate master data in ERP; work with IT/operations to resolve transactional or system issues.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: BCom in Accounting, BCompt, CTA, or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years accounting experience, with at least 2 years in retail or FMCG accounting preferred.
• Professional Status: Part‑qualified or qualified accountant (e.g., SAICA articles in progress, CIMA, ACCA) is an advantage but not mandatory for strong candidates.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas).
• Experience with retail ERP/POS systems and accounting software (examples: SAP, Pastel, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Strong understanding of IFRS, VAT rules, PAYE and SARS reporting requirements.

Core Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Proven ability to meet tight month‑end deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with clear commercial awareness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Other: South African ID or valid work permit; willingness to travel to stores when required.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with multi‑store retail accounting and intercompany reconciliations.
• Exposure to process automation, Excel macros, or basic scripting for reporting efficiencies.
• Prior involvement in audit engagements and statutory filing processes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to grow within a dynamic retail business and take ownership of finance processes.
• Supportive team environment and ongoing professional development.

How to Apply

CV (maximum 3 pages)

Cover letter outlining relevant retail accounting experience and salary expectation

Applications close on 6 August 2026.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The Holdsport Group (Pty) Ltd (or other Group company) is committed to the principles of the Employment Equity Act, and to achieving an equitably representative and diverse workforce.

Work Location: In person