Accountant​/Bookkeeper

Overview

Accountant / Bookkeeper required for a Logistics company based in Durban
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We require a technically strong, self-sufficient professional who can step into the role and deliver from day one. This is not a junior or developmental position. Training will be limited to internal systems and processes. The successful candidate must already have a solid technical foundation and the ability to work independently.

• At least 5 years experience within a similar role
• Advanced Excel (critical): VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation and analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail:
  High levels of accuracy in a fast-paced, finance-driven environment
• Full accounting cycle knowledge:
  Clear understanding of the end-to-end process, invoicing, debtor control, and cash collection
• Proactive mindset:
  Identifies inefficiencies and takes ownership of process improvements
• Team-oriented and hands-on:
  Willing to step in where needed to get the job done
• Resilient and accountable:
  Comfortable under pressure, solutions-focused, and ownership-driven

• Relevant qualification
• Experience with Xero or similar cloud accounting systems
• Exposure to audits
• Preparation of management accounts
• Team leadership or mentoring experience

• Only candidates who clearly meet the essential criteria should be submitted. This is a critical role requiring strong upfront screening

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.