Professional Accountant

People Dimension; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auditing firm in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Professional Accountant to manage client portfolios and ensure compliance with accounting and tax legislation. The ideal candidate has 2 - 5 years of experience, a degree in Accounting, and is registered with SAIPA. This position offers a market-related salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years post-articles experience in accounting and tax compliance.
• Experience in client portfolio management and preparation of annual financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client portfolios and ensure accurate financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with SARS and relevant legislation.
• Prepare management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Provide professional advice on accounting and tax matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver excellent service.
• Support junior staff through coaching.
• Contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Review skills

Deadline management

Budget management

Microsoft Office Suite

Integrity

Accountability

Professional ethics

Education

BCom Accounting or relevant degree

Completed SAIPA Training contract

Registered with SAIPA as a Professional Accountant

Job description

Introduction

A well-established audit and accounting firm in Lynnwood, is seeking an experienced Professional Accountant to join their dynamic team

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client portfolios, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and tax returns.
• Ensure full compliance with SARS, Companies Act, and relevant accounting and tax legislation.
• Prepare and review management accounts, annual financial statements, and supporting working papers.
• Provide professional advice to clients on accounting, tax, and business matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure excellent client service delivery.
• Assist with workflow management and support junior staff through coaching and technical guidance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes within the Accounting and Advisory department.
• Uphold the firm’s standards of professionalism, ethics, and teamwork at all times.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualification

• Completed SAIPA Training contract.
• BCom Accounting or relevant degree.
• Registered with SAIPA as a Professional Accountant.

Experience

• 2 - 5 years post-articles experience in accounting and tax compliance.
• Experience in client portfolio management and preparation of annual financial statements.

Competencies

• Excellent leadership, communication, and review skills.
• Proven ability to manage deadlines, budgets, and multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Own vehicle with license.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professional ethics in all interactions.

Package & Remuneration

Market related

Interested?

Please mail your CV to hr1 (at) peopledimension (dot) co (dot) za

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks, if you do not hear from us by then your application for this position was unsuccessful, but you have been added to our database for future vacancies.