Accountant

Hedz Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic auditing and accounting firm in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced accountant at a middle management level. The ideal candidate will possess a SAIPA accredited degree and excel in communication, leadership, and accounting skills. Responsibilities include performing audits, preparing tax returns, and managing financial statements. This role offers an opportunity to work within a reputable organization committed to quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and auditing skills are essential.
• Proficient in MS Office and accounting software.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review audits of private companies.
• Review bookkeeping and reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit tax returns via e-filing.
• Prepare financial statements according to IFRS.
• Manage financial controls to minimize risk.

Skills

MS Office skills

Accounting software skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team management skills

Time management skills

Education

SAIPA accredited degree

Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles

Job description

Overview

Our client, a dynamic company offering auditing and accounting services and tax and business advice, has an opportunity for an accountant in Stellenbosch.

The position is at a middle management level, reports to the Partner/Director, and requires an applicant with absolute integrity and excellent communication and leadership skills, who will ensure the professional stature of the firm.

The successful candidate will ensure a high level of service delivery standards to clients.

Responsibilities

• Performing and reviewing independent reviews of small and medium-sized private companies and groups.
• Reviewing bookkeeping to trial balance and monthly reconciliations.
• Completion and submission of statutory returns (VAT, PAYE, DWT and IWT).
• Submission of tax returns via e-filing.
• Preparation of salary schedules and payslips.
• Preparation and review of financial statements according to IFRS for SMEs Companies/Closed Corporations/Trusts/Individuals.
• Responsible for measuring and implementing financial controls to minimise business risk.
• Calculation of tax liability for Companies/Closed Corporations/Trusts/Individuals.
• Management of statements and accounts.
• Various reconciliations (Debtors and Creditors).
• Stock/Inventory reconciliations.
• SARS related queries.
• Registration of VAT/PAYE and Income Tax
• Payments on behalf of our clients
• Preparation of fees, budgets, and quotations.
• Achieve team, individual budgets, and business performance objectives.
• Formulating professional development and educational plans for junior staff members.
• Bi-annual merit evaluations of trainees.

Required Skills

• Strong MS Office and accounting software skills.
• Good communication and interactive skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective team management skills and functioning within a team.
• Effective time management skills.

Required Education

• A SAIPA accredited degree
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles