Assistant Accountant

Talent Genie; Kuilsrivier; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the accounting industry is seeking an Assistant Accountant based in Kuils River. The ideal candidate will have a BCom degree or National diploma in accounting and at least one year of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, management accounts, and handling tax returns. This is a full-time, permanent position with standard office hours and potential overtime during peak periods.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in accounting or auditing firm.
• Drafting Annual Financial Statements and preparing working papers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Handle SARS statutory returns including VAT201 and EMP501.
• Manage company and individual tax returns.

Skills

Understanding of financial principles

Knowledge of accounting regulations

Excellent communication skills

Education

BCom degree

National diploma in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAGE

Job description

Overview

Reference
AssAcc001

Salary
ZAR6,000 - ZAR8,000/month

Job Location
- South Africa -- City of Cape Town -- Kuils River -- Kuilsrivier

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
15 May 2025

Closing date
25 May 2025 21:59

Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Location:

City of Cape Town, Kuils River, Kuilsrivier

Job Type:

Permanent, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry:

Accounting

Secondary Industry:

Accounting

Salary:

ZAR6000 - ZAR8000 Per month

Job Duties:

The following experience will be an advantage but not compulsory:

Drafting Annual Financial Statements and prepare working papers at year end

Monthly Management accounts

Sars statutory returns (VAT201, EMP201, EMP501 Recons, COIDA ROE, CIPC Annual Returns)

Sage Payroll

Company and individual tax returns

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Must have Bcom degree or National diploma in accounting

Experience:

At least 1 year experience in accounting or auditing firm

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of financial principles
• Knowledge of accounting regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• SAGE or similar

This role is based in an office environment. Standard office hours apply. Some overtime may be required during peak periods such as month-end and year-end.