Fleet Data Analyst

To process and reconcile accounts payable invoices and prepare monthly management accounts, a professional services firm in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Fleet Data Analyst.

The team operates with a hands-on, get-it-done attitude and good camaraderie. Honesty, reliability, and common sense go a long way in this team. The business is growing, and capable people grow with it. Send your CV through today and take the first step towards this opportunity.

Responsibilities

Statutory Compliance & Tax

• Handle the preparation and submission of PAYE, UIF, and SDL returns to SARS on a monthly basis, ensuring employee tax deductions and employer contributions are correctly calculated, reconciled, and remitted within statutory deadlines.
• Assist with the preparation of provisional tax computations biannually and the annual income tax return, liaising with external tax practitioners to ensure full compliance with the Income Tax Act and minimising risk of penalties.
• Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns via SARS eFiling within prescribed deadlines, reconciling the VAT control account to the general ledger and maintaining supporting documentation for audit verification and tax authority inspections.

Financial Reporting & Management Accounts

• Perform full balance sheet reconciliations covering bank accounts, debtors, creditors, prepayments, accruals, and intercompany loan accounts on a monthly basis to ensure completeness and accuracy of the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly management accounts including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements with detailed variance analysis against budget and prior periods for senior management review and strategic decision-making.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Conduct regular reviews of accounts payable and receivable processes to identify control weaknesses, reduce processing errors, and implement improvements that enhance operational efficiency while reducing fraud risk and financial losses.
• Develop, document, and implement internal financial controls and standard operating procedures across the finance function to strengthen the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting and safeguard organisational assets.
• Participate in system upgrade and implementation projects by testing financial modules, validating data migration accuracy, and providing user acceptance feedback to the project team to ensure a smooth transition to new systems.
• Automate recurring journal entries, reconciliation templates, and management report generation using advanced Excel functionality and accounting system capabilities to streamline month-end close processes and reduce manual effort.

Requirements

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail with ability to identify and correct discrepancies in large volumes of financial data.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing and submitting VAT returns via eFiling and maintaining knowledge of tax legislation changes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, suppliers, auditors, and colleagues at all levels.
• A bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting, financial management, or a closely related field from a recognised institution.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Pastel, or Xero, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills to prioritise tasks effectively during peak reporting periods such as month-end.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Practice and International Financial Reporting Standards in South Africa.

Qualifications