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Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Stellenbosch is seeking an Accountant to manage full bookkeeping functions, prepare financial statements, and assist with VAT and tax returns. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, experience with bookkeeping, and the ability to liaise effectively with clients. This role is essential for maintaining compliance and supporting audit processes within the firm.

Qualifications

• Proficient in accounting and bookkeeping up to trial balance.
• Experience in preparing tax returns and financial statements.
• Ability to work in a team and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform full bookkeeping and accounting functions.
• Compile and submit VAT returns.
• Prepare annual financial statements and tax returns.
• Assist with company secretarial duties.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Bookkeeping

VAT calculations

Financial statement preparation

Client liaison

Education

Relevant accounting qualification

Job description

Overview

Reference: 10690 CM  Consultant: Christa Mostert

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting work and provide support to senior accountants.
• Prepare client reports, management accounts, and supporting schedules.
• Handle full bookkeeping and accounting functions up to trial balance (debtors, creditors, bank, petty cash, journals, etc.).
• Perform VAT calculations, prepare and submit VAT201 returns, and assist with VAT verifications or reviews.
• Compile annual financial statements.
• Prepare and submit income tax and provisional tax returns.
• Maintain SARS accounts and perform registrations/deregistration for Income Tax, PAYE, VAT, and Import/Export licences.
• Prepare tax clearance applications and manage UIF registration and administration.
• Prepare audit working papers and assist in financial statement preparation under IFRS for SMEs.
• Work effectively within a professional audit team environment.
• Liaise with clients and manage day-to-day client queries.
• Assist with company secretarial duties, including CIPC filings and statutory compliance.

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