Junior Accountant

Stratostaff; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency in Durban is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial reporting and tax compliance. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include month-end closing, reconciliation, and liaising with management to enhance financial procedures. Proficient knowledge of Tax legislation and advanced Excel skills are essential. This is a full-time position.

Qualifications

• A strong understanding of Tax legislation (ETI) with 3-5 years experience.
• Knowledge of the payroll cycle and benefits/bargaining councils.
• Strong Financial Reporting and Reconciliation skills.
• Ability to analyze large amounts of data and compile detailed reports.

Responsibilities

• Produce error-free accounting reports and present results.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Develop and document accounting policies to enhance internal controls.
• Liaise with the Financial Manager to improve financial procedures.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Assist with tax audits, tax returns, and employee tax reconciliations.
• Direct external audits to ensure compliance.
• Prepare Monthly VAT reconciliation.

Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation

Accounting Software

Account Analysis

Journal Entries

QuickBooks

General Ledger Accounting

Accounting

Sage

Account Reconciliation

Bank Reconciliation

Microsoft Excel

Accounts Payable

Education

Bachelors Degree in Accounting or relevant field

Tools

Accpac

VIP -SAGE 300 People - Payroll

Advanced MS Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Position

Accountant

Location

Durban KZN

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or relevant field
• A strong understanding of Tax legislation (ETI) (3-5 years exp)
• A strong Understanding Tax year process EMP501 (3-5 years exp)
• Strong knowledge of the payroll cycle
• Strong knowledge of benefits / bargaining councils
• Strong Financial Reporting and Reconciliation skills
• Knowledge of IFRS for SMEs
• Knowledge of Tax Legislation and compliance (Direct and Indirect)
• Advanced MS Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to analyze large amounts of data and compile detailed reports

Key Competencies

• Planning and organizing
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• Communication skills
• Confidentiality
• Strong integrity & Ethics

Systems Knowledge

• Advanced MS Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Accpac
• VIP -SAGE 300 People - Payroll

Role and Responsibilities

• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Support month-end and year-end close processes for the group
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Liaise with our Financial Manager to improve financial procedures
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts Monthly
• Assist with tax audits tax returns and employee tax reconciliation (EMP501)
• Direct external audits to ensure compliance
• Preparation of Monthly VAT reconciliation
• All other related tasks

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Required Experience

Junior IC

Key Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,Journal Entries,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Bank Reconciliation,Microsoft Excel,Accounts Payable

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1