Accountant

Recruitmymom; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting and advisory services firm in South Africa is looking for an experienced Accountant who specializes in tax compliance and advisory services. This permanent, full-time position offers flexibility with a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will manage a portfolio of clients and ensure accurate tax submissions, providing expert advice and maintaining strong client relationships.

Benefits

23 days leave per annum

R1 tax-free cellphone allowance on top of salary

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in accounting with a focus on tax.
• Thorough knowledge of SARS eFiling and tax processes.
• Experience in handling SARS queries and audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance for individuals and companies.
• Submit VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SDL via SARS eFiling.
• Oversee payroll tax submissions and handle SARS queries.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Business acumen

Proactive approach

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Sage

Job description

Job DescriptionAn accounting and advisory services firm is seeking an experienced Accountant with a strong focus on tax compliance and advisory services for both individuals and entities.

This is a permanent, full-time position offering flexibility, with an 8-hour workday and core working hours from 09 : 00 to 15 : 00.

The role follows a hybrid model; however, it will initially be office-based for training and orientation during the first few months.

Thereafter, the successful candidate will have the option to work from home on Wednesdays.The ideal candidate will take full ownership of a portfolio of key clients, managing SARS eFiling, PAYE, payroll submissions, EMP / EMP reconciliations, income tax return submissions, and resolving SARS queries.

In addition, the candidate will be responsible for delivering all aspects of each client's accounting, tax, payroll, and advisory requirements, while fostering strong, long-term relationships through proactive client engagement.Responsibilities : Manage tax compliance for individuals, trusts, and companies, including provisional and annual income tax returnsSubmit VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SDL via SARS eFilingProcess and reconcile EMP and EMP returns, including bi-annual submissions to SARSOversee payroll tax submissions and ensure compliance with tax and labour regulationsHandle SARS queries and audits, including preparation of supporting documentation and direct liaison with SARSGenerate and issue tax certificates and IRP5s as requiredAdvise clients on tax planning opportunities and implicationsMaintain accurate and up-to-date tax records for all clientsDeliver monthly management accounts, when required, using Xero, QuickBooks Online or SageBuild and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and serviceRequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting or similar (essential)Minimum 15 years' experience in accounting, with a focus on taxThorough knowledge of SARS eFiling and tax processes for various entity typesExperience handling SARS queries and audits independentlySAIPA or SAICA certification is an advantage, but not requiredProficient in Xero, QuickBooks Online, or Sage (at least one)Excellent communication skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently and manage a client portfolio effectivelyStrong business acumen and a proactive, tech-savvy approachBenefitsThis is a permanent, full-time position offering flexibility, with an 8-hour workday and core working hours from 09 : 00 to 15 : 00.The role follows a hybrid model; however, it will initially be office-based for training and orientation during the first few months.

Thereafter, the successful candidate will have the option to work from home on Wednesdays.23 days leave per annumR 1 tax free cellphone allowance on top of salary