Accountant

Sagen Advisory; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-sized accounting firm in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town is seeking an Accountant to manage client bookkeeping, accounting, and statutory needs. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience in a firm environment, with skills in financial reporting and client relations. The position offers a salary ranging from R200,000 to R300,000 pa, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified by Experience, Matric.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Experience in bookkeeping or accounting within a firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Data capturing on Pastel/Accfin.
• Preparation of financial statements on Draftworx.
• Submission of tax returns for individuals/trusts and companies.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Client interaction

Financial reporting

Education

Degree, Certificate, Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Draftworx

Pastel/Accfin

Job description

Overview

Fast growing medium sized accounting and tax firm in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town is looking to employ an Accountant.

The firm is looking for a candidate with experience in a firm environment that is comfortable managing a portfolio of clients, looking after their bookkeeping, accounting, and statutory needs. An accounting qualification would be beneficial, however not a requirement as the client values experience in a similar role highly.

Responsibilities

• Data capturing on Pastel/Accfin (secretarial program).
• Preparation of financial statements on Draftworx.
• Submission of tax returns for individuals/trusts and companies.
• Calculation of VAT/PAYE/IRP5 reconciliations/Compensation Commissioner and submission of returns.
• Ad hoc accounting and tax work
• Client interaction and relations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified by Experience, Matric.
• Degree, Certificate, Diploma in Accounting would be an added benefit.
• Bookkeeping or Accounting experience within a firm environment.
• Experience with Draftworx, Caseware would be advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

Remuneration

• R200,000 to R300,000 pa ctc, negotiable on experience.