Financial Accountant

Watershed Consulting; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm based in Centurion is seeking a Financial Accountant to maintain accurate financial records and prepare financial statements. The role is hybrid, requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance, 4 years of experience in accounting, and proficiency in relevant accounting software. Responsibilities include tax compliance, submissions, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience in auditing or accounting practice.
• Completed articles required.
• Experience with SARS e-filing submissions and resolving queries.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, bookkeeping, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Prepare and analyse annual financial statements and reports on Caseware.
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting.
• Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Submit tax returns including Income Tax, VAT and EMP returns.
• Assist with audits and other financial reporting requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tax proficiency

Accounting software proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to prioritise

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Evolution

Sage Accounting

Caseware

Job description

Financial Accountant

Area : Centurion, Gauteng - Hybrid position (3 days per week at office in Germiston and 2 days at home)

Salary : Negotiable up to R50000 p / m depending on qualifications & experience

Purpose of the position : To record and report a company's financial transactions, financial performance, and cash flows. The role would entail the responsibilities listed below with special focus on preparing financial statements on the accounting software as well as submitting tax returns and dealing with SARS queries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate financial records, including bookkeeping, reconciliations and journal entries
• Prepare and analyse annual financial statements and reports on Caseware
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting
• Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations
• Submit tax returns including Income Tax, VAT and EMP returns and handle tax queries independently
• Assist with audits and other financial reporting requirements
• Submit CIPC returns and perform any related CIPC duties
• Perform any other duties required that could be expected from the position

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience in an auditing or accounting practice
• Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Completed articles
• Proficient in tax and experience with solving SARS queries
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Evolution and Sage Accounting) and Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in Caseware software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
• Experience with SARS e-filing submissions and dealing with SARS queries
• Clear Credit and Criminal checks