Overview
Financial Accountant Jobs in Bellville at Unifi Africa
Unifi is a fast-growing finance and technology company operating in Zambia, South Africa, Uganda and
Kenya. Unifi delivers personal lending products through online, mobile phone and branch channels.
The company is well supported by strong shareholders and a board of directors with vast experience
in entrepreneurship and lending.
The South African entity is recruiting for a Financial Accountant who will be responsible for a wide
variety of finance-related tasks. The position is ideal for a recently qualified finance individual that is diligent
and keen to learn about the business.
Responsibilities
Process accounting transactions in Xero and oversee month-end close-offs.
Maintain trial balances and ensure compliance with IFRS and group policies.
Assist with internal and external audits (including SARS, VAT, Income Tax, Provisional Tax).
Accurately classify VAT transactions and update income/deferred tax computations.
Supervise and manage supplier invoice processing, supplier ledger, payments, creditor reconciliations and inter company transactions.
Prepare and manage monthly management accounts, balance sheet and petty cash reconciliations.
Maintain fixed asset register, depreciation journals, and conduct physical asset verification.
Perform bank reconciliations and file VAT 201 returns.
Oversee salary journals and reconcile salary control accounts (EMP201).
Ensure alignment between Xero and the loan management system.
Provide support to group accountants and financial managers as needed.
Complete and submit statutory documents for NCR as required.
Support with ad-hoc banking and administrative requirements.
Requirements
A BCom or Honours Degree in Accounting or Financial Accounting
Completion of a SAIPA/SAICA training contract and qualification as a SAIPA/AGA
Knowledge of IFRS and Tax principles
Proficiency in MS Excel/Google Sheets; Xero knowledge is a plus
Ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks
Strong analytical, problem-solving, attention to detail and communication skills.
Title: Financial Accountant
Company: Unifi Africa
Location: Bellville
