Accounting & Tax Coordinator

Boardroom Appointments; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial reporting and taxation functions. The ideal candidate will have a B Comm (Accounting) Honours, complemented by 4-5 years of experience in financial statement preparation and taxation. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and supporting audits. This role offers a challenging environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Completed B Comm (Accounting) Honours plus Articles.
• Minimum 4-5 years experience in preparing financial statements.
• Advanced knowledge of VAT and taxation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and year-end financial reports.
• Handle VAT and tax calculations and submissions.
• Support audit processes and manage internal audits.

Skills

Financial statement preparation

Taxation knowledge

Accounting regulations

Team leadership

Microsoft Excel

Education

B Comm (Accounting) Honours

Taxation Diploma

Job description

AccountantMinimum Requirements : Completed B Comm (Accounting) Honours plus Articles as a minimum. Taxation Diploma / qualification will be an added advantage. Minimum 4-5 years experience on the preparation of Financial statements, Audit packs, and financial analysis. Minimum 3-4 years experience in taxation calculations.

Advanced knowledge of prescribed rates, laws, and taxation regulations. Advanced knowledge of VAT and PAYE, Preparation and submission of company tax and VAT returns. Handle periodic tax computations and payments, conduct tax research Management of full taxation function for the company, attending to queries and audits. Advanced knowledge of finance, accounting, and tax regulations. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Having worked as a team leader would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

Meet agreed goals with Business Unit Management. Prepare monthly, interim, and year-end financial reports, including Balance Sheets and income statements. Maintain financial controls, ensuring the accuracy of transactions and Trial Balance. Perform Balance Sheet reconciliations and maintain accurate General Ledger and fixed asset registers. Handle VAT and tax calculations, reconciliations, and submissions, ensuring compliance with SARS and statutory requirements. Manage and update financial policies, staying current with changes in accounting and auditing standardspilation and review of financial policies, experience with Transfer Pricing, IFRS16Oversee SARS E-filing and liaise with SARS officials, ensuring timely tax payments and submissions. Support audit processes, prepare audit packs, and ensure compliance with IFRS Standards. Mentor team members and assist with weekly and monthly reporting. Manage internal and external audits, ensuring all reports meet deadlines.