Accountant

Placement Pros Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accounting firm in Gauteng is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to handle bookkeeping, payroll, and compliance for a diverse client portfolio. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience, is proficient in Xero, SimplePay, and Draftworx, and possesses solid knowledge of South African tax regulations. This position offers market-related remuneration with potential commission earnings. Be part of a vibrant team dedicated to financial excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role within an accounting firm.
• Experience with SARS eFiling and CIPC portal is essential.
• Working knowledge of South African tax and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate client financial records on Xero.
• Process monthly payroll for clients using SimplePay.
• Prepare monthly management accounts for clients.

Skills

Xero

SimplePay

Draftworx

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Financial Management

Job description

Introduction

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join their dynamic accounting firm.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling monthly bookkeeping, payroll processing, management accounts, SARS submissions, and CIPC compliance for a diverse portfolio of clients.

Proficiency in Xero, SimplePay, and Draftworx is essential.

Duties & Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Accounting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date client financial records on Xero. Process all relevant source documents including invoices, receipts, bank statements, and journals. Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare and maintain fixed asset registers. Maintain VAT reconciliations.

Payroll Administration: Process monthly payroll for clients using SimplePay. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PAYE, UIF, SDL). Submit EMP and EMP reconciliations to SARS. Issue payslips and prepare IRP5s at year-end.

Management Accounts & Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts for clients. Analyse financial data to identify trends and variances. Assist with budgeting and forecasting when required. Provide clients with regular financial performance insightspilation of annual financial statements.

Tax & Regulatory Submissions: Prepare and submit VAT, EMP, IRP6, ITR14, and ITR12 returns via SARS eFiling. Liaise with SARS regarding queries, audits, and verifications. Ensure timely and accurate tax submissions in accordance with SARS deadlines.

CIPC Compliance: Prepare and submit annual returns via CIPC. File director amendments, address changes, and other company secretarial documents. Maintain company registers where required.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Financial Management. Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role within an accounting firm. Proficient in Xero, SimplePay, and Draftworx. Experience with SARS eFiling and CIPC portal is essential. Working knowledge of South African tax and regulatory frameworks.

Package & Remuneration

Market related. Potential for commission earnings.

Interested?