Overview
Accountant Jobs in Paardeneiland, Western Cape 7405 at Rentacheapie Car Hire
Full Job Description
Location: Paarden Eiland, Cape Town
Companies: Rentacheapie (Pty) Ltd and Car Workshop (Pty) Ltd
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About the Companies
Rentacheapie (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic short-term motor vehicle rental company based in
Paarden Eiland, Cape Town. We are focused on providing affordable and accessible mobility
solutions through efficient operations and strong financial controls.
Car Workshop (Pty) Ltd is an affiliated business that services and maintains the
Rentacheapie vehicle fleet. While the primary focus of this role is on Rentacheapie, the
successful candidate will also provide limited financial support to Car Workshop.
Job Purpose
To manage core accounting functions and ensure financial accuracy and compliance across
both entities. The Accountant will support the Financial Manager with daily transactional
duties, monthly reporting, and financial processes. The role will be primarily focused on
Rentacheapie (Pty) Ltd with additional responsibilities relating to Car Workshop (Pty) Ltd.
Key Responsibilities
Car Workshop (Pty) Ltd
– Review of supplier reconciliations
– Perform daily bank allocations
– Prepare monthly payroll
– Load payroll for Financial Manager’s review and final release
Rentacheapie (Pty) Ltd
Banking and Cash Management
– Perform daily bank allocations
– Review and release supplier and operational payments
– Take full ownership of petty cash: issue funds, reconcile usage, and perform weekly cash
counts
– Load payroll payments and supplier batches for FM review and release
Accounts Payable & Receivable
– Review supplier reconciliations
– Review and manage customer accounts including invoice validation, payment allocations,
and processing deposit refunds
Financial Reporting & Month-End
– Prepare and submit monthly management accounts for Directors
– Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset Register (FAR) monthly
– Assist the FM with month-end and year-end close procedures
Intercompany Transactions
– Monitor and reconcile intercompany balances and transactions
Payroll Administration
– Prepare payroll journals and schedules
– Load all payroll-related payments for FM review
Expense and Cost Control
– Capture operational expenses with correct allocations, especially cost of sales
– Identify and escalate unusual expense trends or anomalies
Support & Ad Hoc Duties
– Assist FM and Directors with reporting and financial queries
– Perform ad hoc financial and administrative tasks as needed
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
– Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience OR
– 10 years of experience in accounting or Finance if the applicant does not have a Diploma
or Degree
Technical Skills
– Strong knowledge of QuickBooks Online (advantageous)
– Excellent Excel and reconciliation skills
– Experience in preparing management accounts and working with fixed asset registers
Soft Skills
– High attention to detail and accuracy
– Ability to manage multiple entities and prioritize effectively
– Strong organizational and time management skills
– Proactive, resourceful, and takes initiative
– Strong written and verbal communication skills
Reporting Line
Reports directly to the Financial Manager (FM) and the Directors
Working Hours
Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 16:00
Based on-site at the Rentacheapie office in Paarden Eiland
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R18Â 000,00 – R25Â 000,00 per month
Experience:
Accounting software: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Accountant
Company: Rentacheapie Car Hire
Location: Paardeneiland, Western Cape 7405
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