Junior Technical Accountant

Hollywoodbets; Durban; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading betting company in South Africa, where you will play a crucial role as a Junior Technical Accountant. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in weekly and monthly betting tax calculations, ensuring compliance with regulations. You will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining invaluable insights into the industry while enhancing your accounting skills. If you're detail-oriented and eager to grow your career in a vibrant environment, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and make your mark in a fast-paced, rewarding industry.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Pastel are essential.
• Studying towards a relevant degree or diploma is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly/monthly betting tax calculations and ensure timely submissions.
• Liaise with the Gambling Board to resolve betting tax queries.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations and investigate variances.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Proficiency in Pastel

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Matric

Relevant Degree/Diploma (in progress)

Job description

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

Are you detail oriented and great with numbers? We are seeking a Junior Technical Accountant to assist with weekly and monthly betting tax calculations, ensuring accurate submissions to the Gambling Board. Your role will include reconciliations, variance investigations, and collaborating with the Project Accountant, FM, and CFO on various projects. You'll also be responsible for testing reports and liaising with the Gambling Board. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, proficiency in Pastel, and good communication skills. If you’re looking to grow your career in technical accounting, apply now!

With Hollywoodbets You Will

• Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.
• Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.
• Grow with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career.

You Bring

• Matric
• Studying towards Relevant Degree/Diploma

What You’ll Do For The Brand

• Prepare weekly/monthly betting tax calculations.
• Ensure timely payment of betting taxes and submission of relevant documentation to the Gambling Board.
• Under the supervision of the Project Accountant:
• Liaise with the Gambling Board to resolve betting tax queries.
• Review and test reports requested by the Gambling Board before submission.
• Test tax reports to ensure compliance with required tax report types and rates.
• Monthly reconciliation of betting tax control accounts in Pastel.
• Reconcile BTC and report variances.
• Investigate BTC variances and report them promptly.
• Source outstanding tickets and bets brought forward reports, ensuring data accuracy through sample testing.
• Test reports related to internal tax 2 and betting taxes when introducing new bet types, branches, etc.
• Review betting tax rates on the system for new branches.
• Maintain accurate records on the shared drive for betting tax calculations and submissions.
• Identify and report weaknesses in the betting software related to betting taxes and calculations.
• Identify errors and liaise with the Project Accountant for timely corrective action.
• Provide support during audits related to the betting software.
• Source internal tax 2 reports.
• Support the Project Accountant, FM, and CFO with specific projects, reports, and data extractions.
• Assist with company projects as needed by the Project Accountant, FM, or CFO.
• Help with the preparation of annual budgets.

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• Accountability: Follows through and delivers results despite obstacles. Acknowledges mistakes and takes corrective action to prevent repetition. Approaches work with dedication and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Initiative: Takes charge and influences events to achieve goals; self-starting rather than passively waiting; taking proactive action to reach objectives beyond what is required.
• People Management: Provides clear direction and performance feedback to staff. Maximises the talents of staff from diverse backgrounds to achieve solid organisational results.
• Problem Solving: Identifies, analyses, organises, and resolves issues effectively and promptly. Anticipates problems, identifies root causes, and takes corrective action. Evaluates the effectiveness of solutions.
• Results Driven: Consistently delivers on business objectives; sets and meets goals, complies with quality standards, and meets deadlines; maintains focus on organisational goals.
• Time Management: Makes optimal use of time to ensure maximum output and meets required deadlines. Prioritises tasks, anticipates timelines, and plans for potential delays.

Ready to take your skills to the next level, grow, and deliver your best? Apply now!

Please note that only applicants who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered. If you have not been contacted within 30 days, kindly find your application to be unsuccessful.