Mid-Level Accountant - SAIPA Registered

InvisionHR; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accounting firm based in Paarl is seeking a meticulous Mid-Level Accountant - SAIPA Registered. The role involves preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates should have completed SAIPA articles and possess strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs. A competitive salary and supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Continued professional development and training opportunities

Supportive work environment with growth potential

Qualifications

• Completed SAIPA articles at a SAIPA-accredited training firm.
• 2-3 years of experience in compiling financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and South African tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs.
• Ensure all financial statements meet regulatory and statutory compliance requirements.
• Liaise with clients to gather supporting documentation and resolve queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Draftworx

Xero

Job description

Mid-Level Accountant - SAIPA Registered

Our client is a well-established accounting firm based in Paarl seeking a meticulous and technically skilled Mid-Level Accountant - SAIPA Registered to join their team.

This role is dedicated to the compilation of annual financial statements for a range of clients and entities.

The ideal candidate will have completed SAIPA articles and possess a thorough understanding of accounting standards, particularly IFRS for SMEs.

This is a technically focused role with an emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and reporting quality.

Job Type: Full-Time, On-site

Location: Paarl

Department: Accounting

Reports To: Client Manager / Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs
• Ensure all financial statements meet regulatory and statutory compliance requirements
• Compile and maintain supporting working paper files
• Review trial balances and process necessary adjustments
• Liaise with clients to gather supporting documentation and resolve queries
• Ensure compliance with SARS requirements
• Stay up to date with changes in accounting regulations and reporting frameworks
• Meet all financial statement submission deadlines

Requirements

• Completed SAIPA articles at a SAIPA-accredited training firm
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification
• 2-3 years of experience in compiling financial statements
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, the Companies Act, and South African tax legislation
• Proficiency in Draftworx and Xero (or similar accounting/reporting software)
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Professional Accountant (SA) with SAIPA
• Experience working with multiple entities or clients

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Continued professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive work environment with growth potential