Assistant Accountant

Netcare Femina Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic and detail‑oriented Assistant Accountant to join our finance team. This role supports operational excellence across various accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial records, timely payments, and effective reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Creditors & Reconciliations
  • Process invoice verification in SAP (MIRO) and ensure VAT is correctly recorded.
  • Prepare creditors’ reconciliations against supplier statements.
  • Notify suppliers of any unassigned payments.
  • Create payment proposals for suppliers due for payment.
• Overseas Payments
  • Complete BOP forms with accurate beneficiary and bank details.
  • Attach SARB approval numbers for approved foreign payments.
• Travel Expense Management
  • Review travel expenses for correct GL allocation and cost centre.
  • Ensure expenses are recorded in the correct period.
  • Generate travel reports with details such as traveller name, dates, purpose, and destination.
• General Ledger Maintenance
  • Post monthly payroll related journal entries (e.g., leave pay provision, bonus provision, staff loans).
  • Prepare WCA provision calculations and post to the correct GL accounts.
  • Record post‑retirement provision expenses and IFRS2 expense journals.
  • Process revenue and bad debt provision entries in line with business analysis and budget guidelines.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations
  • Generate monthly reconciliations and resolve items within 30 days.
• Financial Pack Preparation
  • Assemble financial packs for dormant entities for review by the Financial Accountant and Manager.
  • Meet submission deadlines.
• Head Office Duties
  • Review sheriff payment proposals and ensure no duplicate payments.
  • Prepare EFT batch and cheque payment proposals, ensuring accurate beneficiary details.
  • Reissue unpaid cheques promptly.
  • Post intercompany loan entries and maintain supporting documentation.

Teamwork & Development

Collaborate with colleagues, support professional growth, stay updated on Netcare policies, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Skills & Experience

• Essential Skills
  • Computer literacy and proficiency with accounting software.
• Preferred Skills
  • Experience with SAP and batch payment systems.
  • Familiarity with IFRS and general ledger processes.

Education

• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) or equivalent – Essential
• Diploma in Accounting or B Com – Preferred

Work Experience

• Recent graduate from college, technicon, or university – Essential
• Studying towards a financial qualification (bookkeeping, accounting diploma, B Com) – Preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in financial management or auditing – Preferred

Application Deadline

Open until filled.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit Netcare Careers.