Accounting & Tax Coordinator

Boardroom Appointments; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 650 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an Accounting & Tax Coordinator in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in financial reporting and taxation compliance, with a minimum of 4-5 years in the field. This role includes preparing financial statements, managing audits, and ensuring adherence to tax regulations. Team leadership experience is a plus. Competitive salary and career growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years experience in financial statements and audits.
• 3-4 years experience in taxation compliance.
• Advanced knowledge of tax regulations and VAT.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and year-end financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with SARS and tax regulations.
• Manage internal and external audits.

Skills

Financial statement preparation

Taxation calculations

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Team leadership

Education

B Comm (Accounting) Honours

Taxation Diploma

Job description

About the job Accounting & Tax Coordinator

Accountant

Minimum 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 standards.
• Compilation and review of financial policies, experience with Transfer Pricing, IFRS16
• Oversee 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.