SAIPA Accountant

RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Port Elizabeth is seeking a qualified SAIPA Accountant. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of financial processes, superior accounting skills, and be proficient in tools like CaseWare and Pastel Partner. This full-time position requires fluency in English and Afrikaans, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified and registered SAIPA Accountant.
• Experience in an accounting practice environment is essential.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans due to customer base.

Responsibilities

• Capture clients’ financial records for VAT submissions to SARS.
• Prepare SARS-compliant Working Paper Files and Annual Financial Statements.
• Handle submission of various returns and documentation to SARS.
• Prepare management reports for the Head Accountant and clients.

Skills

Accounting Qualification

SAIPA registration

Proficiency in Pastel Partner

Proficiency in Sage Online Accounting

VAT processing and submission

Income tax computation

Advanced proficiency in CaseWare Working Papers

Preparation of Working Paper Files

Preparation of Annual Financial Statements

Understanding of South African taxation laws

Strong time management skills

Education

Accounting-related Degree

Tools

CaseWare Working Papers

Pastel Partner

Sage Online Accounting

Job description

SAIPA Accountant required in Port Elizabeth.

We are a well-established Accounting Firm based in Port Elizabeth, and we’re looking to expand our team by bringing on a qualified and registered SAIPA Accountant.

If you’re a dedicated accounting professional with a strong understanding of financial processes and a passion for client service, we’d love to hear from you.

Minimum Requirements:

• Accounting Qualification and SAIPA registration
• Experience in an accounting practice environment
• Proficiency in Pastel Partner and Sage Online Accounting
• Solid working knowledge of:
• VAT processing and submission
• Income tax computation
• Advanced proficiency in CaseWare Working Papers — at least 3 years
• Experience in preparing Working Paper Files and Annual Financial Statements
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and South African taxation laws
• A problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Key Responsibilities:

• Capturing clients’ financial records and preparing for VAT submissions to SARS
• Preparing SARS-compliant Working Paper Files and Annual Financial Statements
• Handling submission of various returns and documentation to SARS
• Preparing management reports for the Head Accountant and clients

Additional Information:

• This is a full-time, in-office role
• Salary package will be discussed during the interview and is confidential
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans essential due to customer base

Please Note: Proficiency in CaseWare Working Papers is a non-negotiable requirement. Candidates without this experience will not be considered.