Client Accountant – Trusts & Companies (Cape Town)

Stonehage Fleming; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 300.000 - 600.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A financial services company in Cape Town is seeking an Accounting professional to manage financial records and ensure compliance for trusts and companies. The role includes preparing timely financial statements, liaising with various teams, and managing tax compliance. Candidates should have a BCom Accounting degree, practical experience in a similar role, and knowledge of IFRS for SMEs. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential. A registered tax practitioner qualification is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Practical experience within the financial services environment in a similar role.
• Exposure to local trust and company structures.
• Registered tax Practitioner or willing to complete the SARS readiness program.

Aufgaben

• Maintain accounting records and produce accurate financial statements.
• File and gather information on client agreements with third parties.
• Prepare financial reports, tax returns for clients within deadlines.
• Liaise with Trust Administrator and Middle Office Teams.
• Manage and maintain tax compliance of allocated clients.

Kenntnisse

Accounting knowledge and competence including IFRS for SMEs

Technical experience in Caseware

Technical experience in Xero

Technical experience in Microsoft Office

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to manage expectations and competing priorities

Ausbildung

BCom Accounting graduate having completed SAIPA Articles

Jobbeschreibung

A financial services company in Cape Town is seeking an Accounting professional to manage financial records and ensure compliance for trusts and companies. The role includes preparing timely financial statements, liaising with various teams, and managing tax compliance. Candidates should have a BCom Accounting degree, practical experience in a similar role, and knowledge of IFRS for SMEs. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential. A registered tax practitioner qualification is a plus.