Accounting & Finance Jobs in Despatch

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build and implement credit scoring models (PD, LGD, IFRS 9) using structured and unstructured/alternate data.
• Develop machine learning and statistical models to enhance the credit vetting process.
• Conduct data mining, feature engineering, and statistical testing across large datasets.
• Work with risk, credit, analytics and technology teams to ensure models are integrated and performing optimally.
• Research and publish model documentation in alignment with governance and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with internal committees and influence modelling best practices across the business.

Ideal Background:

• PhD/MSc in Actuarial Science, Data Science, Quantitative Risk, or similar.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in credit risk modelling, especially within a banking or financial services context.
• Strong foundation in GLMs, survival models, Markov models, or Cox-regression frameworks.
• Highly proficient in R, Python, SQL, and tools such as SAS or Emblem.
• Experience with R Shiny, dashboards, or model explainability tools will be a strong advantage.
• A track record of research publications, technical model development, and involvement in academic or industry collaboration projects is highly valued.

What Sets This Role Apart:

• Shape and influence the modelling roadmap across multiple credit portfolios.
• Join an award-winning team with a track record of innovation in IFRS 9 and survival modelling.
• Work with data science, analytics, and credit risk specialists in a high-impact environment.
• Exposure to cutting-edge research, alternate data strategies, and real-world deployment.
• Flexible hybrid setup with career progression and thought leadership opportunities.

Job & Company Description:
Are you a dynamic finance professional ready to take the next big step in your career? Our client, a reputable and fast-growing player in the services industry, is looking for an exceptional Financial Manager to join their team in Pretoria East. As the Financial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence, overseeing the full finance function, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. You will be the go-to person for reconciliations, management accounts, and strategic financial insights that support the businesss operational and growth objectives.

Duties:

• Preparing and presenting accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow management
• Creating and analysing management accounts to provide actionable business insights
• Overseeing compliance with relevant financial regulations and tax requirements
• Collaborating with auditors and supporting the year-end audit process

Job Experience & Skills Required:
Qualifications:

• Completed BCom degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• SAIPA or SAICA articles

Experience:

• At least 3 years post-articles experience in: Financial Reporting, Reconciliations and Management accounts

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and lead the Technical Support & Operations function defining processes, building a team, and delivering seamless support to clients using the platform
• Design and implement onboarding, support, and platform optimisation processes.
• Oversee the technical support function
• Manage support escalations, troubleshooting, and customer service protocols.
• Lead and mentor a growing team of specialists.
• Work cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business teams.
• Collaborate with product development and engineering teams to address platform bugs, enhancements, and feature requests.
• Use performance data and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless integration of the platform with existing systems and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering / Business/ related field.
• 5+ years experience in client services/operations, ideally in real estate or finance.
• Proven leadership experience and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiar with CRM platforms and technical support tools.
• Knowledge of the South African property market is advantageous.

Experience & Requirements:

• Registered CA (SA) strong academic achievements a must
• Up to 3yrs post qualifying experience from the banking / financial services industry or someone that wants to get ito the banking industry
• Assurance or banking industry experience ideal
• Own car and drivers license essential as travelling to clients are sometimes required
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans essential

Remuneration:

• Up to R850K C.T.C. per annum (depending on experience)

Location:

• Sandton

A global leader in innovative technology solutions, committed to driving progress and creating sustainable value for businesses and communities worldwide. With a strong legacy of excellence, they combine cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise to solve complex challenges and empower clients to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

This key role involves coordinating financial reporting, supporting statutory audits, and driving continuous improvements in financial processes and systems. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance and training to the finance team, manage treasury and tax functions, and ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.

Join a forward-thinking organization that invests heavily in technology and embraces innovation to stay ahead in the industry. Youll thrive in a dynamic work environment that encourages continuous learning, career growth, and advancement opportunities. Be part of a diverse and inclusive team where your contributions truly matter and collaboration is highly valued. The company operates with a strong commitment to integrity, accountability, equality, and quality. This is your chance to work on meaningful projects that have a real impact across various industries and communities worldwide.

Duties:

• Oversee accurate monthly financial reporting, including balance sheet and profit & loss analysis, cash flow forecasts, and statutory reports.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, ensuring timely completion and favourable audit outcomes.
• Manage treasury operations, cash flow, foreign exchange transactions, and master data integrity.
• Supervise tax functions including return submissions, payments, reconciliations, and compliance with SARS and other regulatory bodies.
• Lead initiatives to improve financial processes, system automation, and data accuracy.
• Review and post journal transactions, ensuring all entries are accurate and compliant with IFRS and company standards.
• Engage with multiple stakeholders to ensure alignment and adherence to financial policies.
• Monitor accounts receivable and payable, manage vendor and customer due diligence, and maintain accurate ageing reports.
• Develop and implement asset management policies and procedures.
• Promote and uphold company values and organizational culture within the Finance Division.

Job Experience & Skills Required:


Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom in Accounting, Financial Management, or related field (NQF Level 7 minimum).
• BCom Honours
• CA(SA) or CIMA Advantageous

Experience:

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Duties:

• Develop and enhance ABAP programs for SAP Banking Services (BaS9) and TRBK.
• Perform code remediation and upgrades to ensure compatibility with S/4HANA.
• Collaborate with functional teams to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Support data migration and replication processes.
• Conduct unit testing and support integration testing phases.

Requirements:

• Strong ABAP development experience in SAP Banking Services.
• Experience with S/4HANA and custom code adaptation.
• Familiarity with SAP SLT and data structures in BaS9/TRBK.
• Debugging, performance tuning, and code optimization.
• Experience in cloud-hosted SAP environments (AWS preferred).
• Exposure to agile delivery methodologies.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 5 8 Years post article experience
• Proven experience in financial management, budgeting, and compliance within philanthropic organizations
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, reporting requirements, and legal obligations in the philanthropic sector
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate financial data and make strategic recommendations
• Proficiency in financial software and tools for budgeting, reporting, and impact assessment
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to engage with diverse stakeholders
• Passion for philanthropy, social impact, and a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector
• Capturing of creditors invoices and debtors invoices
• Cashbook
• Bank reconciliations
• Processing of monthly journals Salary, depreciation, accruals
• Monthly reporting budget vs actual for all entities
• VAT reconciliation and submission to SARS
• Maintenance of fixed asset registers per entity
• Release bank payments
• Print and review Trial Balance
• General Ledger recons
• Balance of intercompany transactions
• Preparing of annual budgets (Opex & Capex) and preparation of presentation of board pack
• Oversee the annual returns and statutory requirements
• Preparation of audit files
• Philanthropy cash spend on community projects
• Maintaining loan accounts
• Cash flow management

IQ Retail Accountant

 

Overview

Our client is part of Southern Africa’s largest independently owned commercial and retail provider of leading brands and products in stationery, office equipment and furniture. Proud to be local, they value responsibility, accountability and offering fast and efficient service solutions to their customers.

 

An opportunity for a qualified and skilled Accountant to join the Midrand outlet has become available. Are you a focused and hardworking numbers-person looking for a full-time in-office role – then we invite you to apply.

 

Immediately available applications are preferred.

 

 

Purpose of Role

The primary purpose is to safeguard the integrity of the business’ financial accounting function in keeping with sound accounting practises, organisational policy and legislative requirements.

 

Financial planning, analysis and reporting are key activities to this role.

 

The successful candidate will be somebody committed to financial excellence and transparency, thereby ensuring the stability, growth and success of the operation through providing accurate and timely financial information and strategic guidance.

 

 

Role Requirements

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING & REPORTING

1. General Ledger Management – creating and maintaining general ledger accounts, managing the chart of accounts
2. Transaction Processing – processing cash book entries, journal entries and other financial transactions
3. Financial Reporting – generating financial reports such as trial balances, balance sheets and other reports for management and year-end processing
4. Bank Reconciliation – reconciling bank statements with the company's records
5. Year-End Processing – assisting with year-end financial close and reporting

 

DEBTORS & CREDITORS

1. Debtors (Accounts Receivable) – managing debtor accounts, creating standard transactions, processing allocations and generating debtor reports
2. Creditors (Accounts Payable) – managing creditor accounts, processing invoices and handling payments

 

INVENTORY (STOCK)

1. Stock Management – tracking stock levels, managing inventory movements and reconciling stock quantities
2. Sales and Purchase Orders – processing sales and purchase orders within the IQ Retail system

 

 

Must-Haves

Degree in Accounting (completed)

Proficiency in IQ Retail software

5-years working experience in finance

Analytical skill

Problem-solving skill

Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness

Communication skills (both verbal and written)

It is an operational requirement to work one Saturday a month for stock control and inventory management purposes

 

 

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (BCom Accounting preferred)
• 5+ years' experience working as an Accountant or in a similar role
• Proficiency in accounting software (including Caseware, Pastel, and MS Office, particularly Excel)
• Solid understanding of VAT regulations and experience in VAT preparation
• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
• Experience with CIPC, Workmen's Compensation, and SARS, including Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, and E-filing
• Preparation of financial statements
• Management of other staff and client accounts

Consultant: Lynette Wolmarans - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Process Management

• Manage throughputs for defined IPC processes. (Analyses scheduled expectancies for each defined process.)
• Provides technical assistance on all equipment and software within the Processing Centre as required.
• Evaluates job requirements and recommends best methodologies and equipment to be used in order to maximise throughput and accuracy.
• Provides technical support to clients onsite and telephonically.
• Ensures maximum uptime of equipment by overseeing scheduled maintenance and servicing processing equipment.
• Reports on scheduled maintenance and consumable utilisation of processing equipment to the Processing Centre Manager.
• Assists in evaluating job requirements in order to recommend preferred methodology and equipment to be used
• Assist sales in presenting IPC processes and software applications.
• Assist with the setup of equipment and software for new projects.
• Assist with the setup of new equipment and software implemented in IPC.
• Knowledge of Networking and software platforms
• Data analysis and merging.
• Importing and uploading of data.
• Must be able to problem solve.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy

People Management

• Ensures that staff is trained, skilled and that their expertise is optimally applied.
• Ensures that the working environment contribute
  
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Keep accurate and up-to-date financial records
Capture and process financial transactions in accordance with company policies
Oversee the management of cash books and petty cash, ensuring accuracy and control
Perform timely bank reconciliations, investigating and clearing outstanding items
Compile detailed reconciliations and analysis of balance sheet accounts and income/expenses
Contribute to the preparation and review of monthly management reporting packs
Develop, implement, and uphold effective financial control procedures
Record and maintain financial control processes and related documentation
Support the external audit process and coordinate with auditors during year-end reviews
Track and manage creditor accounts and ensure accurate record-keeping
Prepare and submit VAT returns along with required supporting documentation
Draft and file tax returns and relevant compliance documents for SARS review
Ensure timely and accurate submission of all statutory requirements to SARS
Carry out financial due diligence in line with company protocols and standards

Skills & Experience:
Minimum 2-4 years experience
Hospitality experience

Qualification:
Completed SAICA articles


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