Account Manager

Virago Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An accounting firm in Sandton seeks a highly skilled Account Manager to maintain client accounting records and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The successful candidate will manage a team, prepare monthly management accounts, and nurture client relationships. Strong analytical skills and a proactive work approach are essential. Market-related salary offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Account Manager or similar role in an accounting or auditing practice.
• Experience in managing a team and planning their work assignments to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Strong ownership mindset, focused on client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and high-quality client accounting records.
• Manage a team of trainees, providing guidance and mentoring.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and analyse financial data.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Handle all SARS queries effectively.

Skills

Team management

Client relationship management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Qualified accountant (SAIPA, SAIBA, SAICA, or CIMA)

Job description

Job Description: A fast-growing accounting firm in Sandton is looking for a highly skilled Account Manager who excels in maintaining accurate client accounting records, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and building strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and high-quality client accounting records, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and reporting standards.
• Manage a team of trainees or associates, providing guidance, mentoring, and planning their work assignments to optimise efficiency and productivity.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, analysing financial data and providing valuable insights to clients for informed decision-making.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit various tax returns, including income tax, provisional tax, dividends tax, and ensure compliance with all tax-related obligations.
• Handle all SARS queries and responses, effectively communicating with tax authorities to address client-specific issues and resolve any tax-related concerns.
• Maintain compliance with all training requirements, staying up-to-date with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and industry regulations.
• Nurture and enhance relationships with existing clients, identifying opportunities to expand the portfolio through outstanding client service and strong relationship management.
• Ensure that all work is completed within established budgets and deadlines, managing client expectations and delivering services of the highest quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as auditors and tax consultants, to provide comprehensive financial solutions to clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Account Manager or similar role in an accounting or auditing practice.
• Qualified accountant or similar professional designation (SAIPA, SAIBA, SAICA or CIMA).
• Experience in managing a team and planning their work assignments to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive approach to work, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ownership mindset, focussed on client satisfaction.

Package & Remuneration: Salary Market Related