Accountant Jobs in East Rand

Unique Personnel is recruiting an Accountant for a permanent role in the East Rand, Gauteng. This is a hands-on finance position for a qualified accountant who enjoys keeping the books accurate, closing the month on time and turning figures into clear, useful management information. Applications close on 27 November 2026.

About the company and the work

Unique Personnel is a South African recruitment agency that places professionals with employers across the country. The client behind this vacancy operates in a fast-paced environment where finance touches every part of the business, from stock and fuel to suppliers and customers. The Accountant sits at the centre of that operation, making sure financial transactions are recorded correctly, controls are followed and senior managers receive the reports they need to make decisions.

The role is about balance: routine accuracy on the one hand, and problem-solving and improvement on the other. You will work with accounts payable and receivable teams, support branch reviews and help tighten processes where you spot a better way of doing things.

Role details and duties

The advert is for an Accountant in the East Rand, on a permanent basis, in the General sector. The salary is stated as Negotiable, and the reference number is 80889. The key responsibilities listed in the original advert include:

• Maintaining an accurate general ledger and ensuring proper cost analysis.
• Overseeing monthly close processes in line with Finance procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Implementing and maintaining reconciliations for balance sheet, creditors and intercompany accounts, and resolving aged transactions.
• Preparing and managing journals, the Fixed Asset Register, the finance charges schedule and vehicle asset finance transactions.
• Processing supplier invoices, intercompany transactions, COD claims and salary invoices on Sage Evolution.
• Managing inventory reconciliation for the Fuel Bowser system and packaging material.
• Preparing and posting fuel depot and TFN journals, including intercompany transactions.
• Supporting the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams with queries and documentation.
• Conducting cost analysis, preparing management reports and leading branch review meetings with senior management.
• Handling VAT submissions and tax administration, and liaising with auditors for year-end processes and IFRS matters.
• Collecting key performance indicators for the finalisation of the Business Scorecard.
• Maintaining and updating cashbook transactions and ensuring payment accuracy on Standard Bank Online.
• Verifying banking details and approvals in line with internal control procedures.
• Assisting with annual budget preparation and re-forecasting exercises.
• Responding to ad hoc requests and preparing internal reporting as needed.
• Proactively identifying issues, designing solutions and improving internal control procedures.
• Driving process improvements through dashboards, business intelligence reporting and enhanced finance processes.

Requirements

Applicants should meet the following requirements, as stated in the original advert:

• A relevant Accounting Degree (BCom or equivalent) — described as non-negotiable.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Logistics or Manufacturing industry, which is listed as advantageous.
• Financial management and creditors exposure.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Sage Evolution and IDU Reporting are advantageous.
• Strong analytical, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• A hands-on, detail-oriented approach with excellent time management.

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Careers24 listing, using the Apply button on this page, which links directly to that advert. Do not share banking details or pay anyone who claims they can secure you this job. Genuine recruiters do not charge job seekers for placement.

Practical tips

Tailor your CV to this vacancy: show your degree, your years of experience in logistics or manufacturing if you have them, and give concrete examples of month-end closes, reconciliations and reporting you have handled. Mention Sage Evolution, advanced Excel and any business intelligence or dashboard work, since the advert highlights all three. If your salary expectation is flexible, be ready to discuss it, as the advert states the salary is negotiable.

How the process works

Applications are submitted through the Careers24 listing for this vacancy. Shortlisted candidates can expect to be assessed against the stated requirements, including their qualifications, systems experience and ability to work accurately under month-end pressure. The advert had been viewed 89 times at the time it was seen, so a well-matched, complete application stands out.

Important information

This post is for information only. It is not a job offer, and it does not guarantee employment. Always confirm the full duties, salary and closing date in the original advert before applying, and note that the closing date given here is 27 November 2026.

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