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ACCOUNTANT – CAR RENTAL INDUSTRY
Logicworld Human Capital
Cape Town
Skills:
General Ledger
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Job Description
Job Title: ACCOUNTANT – CAR RENTAL INDUSTRY
Company: Logicworld Human Capital
Job Category: SAP FICO
Roles & Responsibilities:
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a highly organised and detail\-orientated accountant to join our finance team within a fast\-paced car rental environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing debtors and creditors, performing general ledger functions, and supporting the overall financial operations of the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Manage the full debtors cycle from invoicing through to collection.
* Process and reconcile customer accounts and statements.
* Follow up on outstanding and overdue accounts.
* Allocate payments and resolve account discrepancies.
* Investigate billing queries and ensure timely resolution.
* Monitor debtor ageing and provide regular reports.
* Process rental charges, extensions, damages, fuel charges, excesses and other customer\-related fees where applicable.
* Process supplier invoices accurately and timeously.
* Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
* Prepare creditor payment schedules.
* Ensure invoices are correctly allocated to the relevant accounts and cost centres.
* Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation.
* Assist with monthly creditor reconciliations and payment processing.
* Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
* Process journals, accruals, prepayments and adjustments.
* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
* Assist with month\-end and year\-end financial close.
* Prepare financial reports and accounting schedules.
* Investigate and resolve financial variances.
* Ensure transactions are accurately captured and appropriately authorised.
* Assist with preparation of management accounts.
* Reconcile rental revenue and related charges.
* Assist with fleet\-related accounting and reconciliations.
* Reconcile vehicle\-related expenses, fuel, maintenance and other fleet costs.
* Monitor and reconcile deposits, refunds and customer charges.
* Assist with the financial administration of vehicle purchases, disposals and related transactions.
* Ensure financial records relating to the rental fleet are accurate and up to date.
Work Location: In person
Work Location: Cape Town, WC, South Africa
Availability: Full time
Requirements
Location: Airport Industria, Cape Town
Employment Type: Full\-Time
Experience: 0-3 years’ relevant accounting experience
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Experience within the car rental, automotive, tourism, fleet, or service industry will be advantageous.
REQUIREMENTS
* 3–5 years' accounting experience in a similar role.
* Relevant accounting qualifications such as a BCom Accounting, Diploma in Accounting, or equivalent will be advantageous.
* Strong understanding of debtors, creditors and general ledger accounting.
* Experience with reconciliations and month\-end procedures.
* Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
* Strong Excel skills.
* Experience with accounting/ERP systems.
* Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
* Strong organisational and time\-management skills.
* Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
* Excellent communication and problem\-solving skills.
* Previous experience in the car rental, automotive, fleet management, tourism or hospitality industry.
* Experience working with high\-volume transactions.
* Experience with fleet management or rental management systems.
* Knowledge of VAT and South African accounting requirements.
* Experience with Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Pastel, SAP, or similar accounting systems.
If you are an experienced accountant looking for an opportunity within a dynamic car rental environment, we would like to hear from you.
Key Skills: General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
Salary: ZAR 18000 - 25000 per monthly