Accountant (Monthly)

The Legends Agency; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Gqeberha seeks an experienced accountant to manage client accounts, process VAT returns, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role requires a BCom degree, successful completion of SAIPA articles, or extensive accounting experience, alongside strong skills in communication and organisational abilities. This position demands proficiency in tools like Xero and a solid understanding of accounting principles.

Qualifications

• Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade required.
• BCom degree in Accounting III and taxation needed.
• Completed SAIPA articles are necessary or 6+ years experience.

Responsibilities

• Initiate processing of client information, cheques, and invoices.
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage petty cash.
• Compile monthly management accounts and VAT returns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills (English/Afrikans/Xhosa)

Report writing skills

Time Management

Organisational skills

Strong Accounting knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade

BCom degree with Accounting III and taxation

Completed SAIPA articles

6+ years experience in accounting practice

Tools

Xero

Dext

Microsoft Office

Greatsoft (optional)

Job description

Short Summary of the purpose of the role:

Processing of accounting records onto a computerised accounting system resulting in an accurate and complete set of books. Compiling of management accounts for companies, close corporations, trusts and sole proprietors and monthly working paper file. Calculation of VAT. Completion of VAT return. Liaising with clients directly.

Academic Qualifications Required:

Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade

BCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxation

Completed SAIPA articles

OR

More than 6 years of experience in an accounting practice

Skills, Competencies and Experience:

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills: Be able to converse in English/Afrikans/Xhosa (advantageous)

Report writing skills

Time Management

Organisational skills

Strong Accounting, knowledge

Decisive and accurate

Ability to prioritise

Ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment

Experience

Six years plus relevant accounting experience

Required Computer Packages:

Xero

Dext

Microsoft office

Greatsoft (not compulsory)

Key Duties and Responsibilities Key Performance Indicators:

• Initiate the processing of client information cheques, receipts, sales invoices, purchase invoices
• Perform bank reconciliations
• Processing and reconciling of Petty Cash and cash control accounts
• Keeping of a fixed asset register
• Process journal entries e.g., new instalment sale agreements, interest on borrowings, provisions, accruals of income and expenses, bad debts etc
• Distinguish between finance and operating leases
• Reconcile debtors and creditors statements
• Correct accounting treatment on disposal of assets (property, plant & equipment) and investments.
• Calculation of VAT
• Completion of VAT returns
• Liaise with the client re payment of the VAT
• Reconciliations of input/output VAT to trial balances
• Compiling and discussing with the client of monthly management accounts
• Administrative duties e.g., checking of VAT status on e-filing after submission of return
• Uploading of relevant documents in case of SARS VAT Verification
• Compliance with the firms System of Quality Management (SOQM), policies and procedures.
• Compliance with the firms Employee Code of Conduct which consists of the firms HR policies, SAICA, IRBA and IESBA Codes of Conduct.

Other duties:

Ad hoc duties as requested by the Office Manager and Directors.

Work Complexity:

Complex level of accounting considering the above. Difficulty rate according to individual capabilities

Level of Independence:

Work independently but work is reviewed by Assistant Manager or Manager

Accepted and signed on _______________________ 20__

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