Accountant

Collage Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an Accountant to join a dynamic, UK-based accountancy firm, essential for managing client portfolios, preparing financial accounts, and offering quality services. Applicants should have at least 3 years in an accounting practice, displaying excellent problem-solving and communication skills. This remote position will evolve to hybrid as the team grows, focusing on providing high-quality accounting solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in accounting practice.
• Ability to manage client portfolios.
• High-quality written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client portfolios, including preparing financial accounts.
• Draft tax returns and assist with audit preparation.
• Respond to client queries promptly.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Proactive approach

Job description

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Type: Remote but will be some hybrid work later, as team grows

Location: Must be based in Cape Town, South Africa

We are currently recruiting a highly motivated and qualified Accountant to join our client, a dynamic, UK-based accountancy firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of clients, including individuals and owner-managed businesses.
• Prepare financial accounts for companies, partnerships, and sole proprietors for review by a Client Manager.
• Draft tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and individuals, including related computations, for review.
• Handle company secretarial tasks, ensuring all documentation is prepared for review.
• Assist with audit preparation, including file setup and testing.
• Respond to client queries via email and telephone in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate client files, ensuring readiness for review.
• Communicate regularly with the Client Manager regarding job progress and status.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities such as SARS and other relevant entities as required.
• Ensure jobs are completed within agreed timelines and deliverables are met promptly.
• Maintain portfolio recoverability at 100% and monitor work-in-progress (WIP) for optimal resource use.
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff or apprentices.
• Participate in new client onboarding processes.
• Support Client Managers during client meetings and identify opportunities for additional billable services.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and professional office environment, adhering to office policies.
• Complete time sheets accurately and ensure maximum chargeable hours for all client-related tasks.

Key Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience in an accounting practice, demonstrating ability to manage client portfolios.
• Strong problem-solving skills to independently address client needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• High attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality written communication.
• Proactive, with a positive and solutions-oriented approach to challenges.

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality accounting services and want to continue your professional development, apply now!

**Please note, candidates eligible to work in South Africa will be considered for this role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Consulting

• Industries

  Accounting and Financial Services

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