Accountant – Motor Industry
Gauteng, East Rand
R30 000 + Company Benefits
Dealership Environment | Permanent Role
A well-established motor dealership is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to take responsibility for accurate financial reporting and strong financial controls at branch level. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with solid dealership experience and a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with IFRS
- Control and reconcile fixed assets, debtors, and creditors
- Perform bank, payment, stock, and balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies timeously
- Oversee vehicle stock reconciliations and stock counts
- Monitor parts and workshop cash sales
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly journals
- Maintain and oversee the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely posting
- Control branch financial activities, expenses, and risk management processes
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Proactively review accounting processes and recommend improvements
- Support and guide junior accounting staff as required
- Perform ad hoc accounting duties as assigned
Key Competencies & Personal Attributes
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Confident, proactive, and solutions-driven
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Professional, reliable, and accountable
- Positive team player with a hands-on approach
Minimum Requirements
- BCom Degree in Accounting or similar qualification
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role within the motor industry
- Valid Code 8 Driver’s Licence
- Solid understanding of dealership financial processes and controls
You will need the following documents and experience to apply.
- A FULL CV in Word or PDF format - Must include Company Names, Dates of Employment and Reasons for Leaving
- A recent photograph of yourself
- 3 months of payslips
- Names and contact numbers for at least 2 References
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON THE WEBSITE.
Please send your CV and documents to paula@astorrecruitment.co.za
NOTE: Should you not hear from one of our Representatives within 14 days of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful for this position
Financial Degree or Diploma required
Key Competencies & Personal Attributes
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Confident, proactive, and solutions-driven
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Professional, reliable, and accountable
- Positive team player with a hands-on approach
Minimum Requirements
- BCom Degree in Accounting or similar qualification
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role within the motor industry
- Valid Code 8 Driver’s Licence
- Solid understanding of dealership financial processes and controls
