SAIPA Accountant - Drive Financial Reporting & Tax

Shift Pursuit; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Pursuit in Somerset West is seeking a newly qualified SAIPA Accountant to join its accounting team. You will work with a range of client portfolios, applying training to real-world financial reporting, VAT and tax matters, and year-end processes.

The role offers exposure to monthly management accounts, annual financial statements and SARS compliance, with guidance to junior colleagues and strict adherence to statutory requirements.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified SAIPA/Professional Accountant with practical training.
• BCom Accounting degree or equivalent qualification demonstrated.
• Experience in accounting, VAT and SARS compliance in a professional services firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions for client portfolios.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Perform accounting reconciliations and review financial records.
• Process and review journals and other accounting transactions.
• Assist with VAT, PAYE and SARS compliance requirements.
• Provide support to junior team members and liaise with clients.

Skills

Numerical aptitude

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

BCom Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Shift Pursuit in Somerset West is seeking a newly qualified SAIPA Accountant to join its accounting team. You will work with a range of client portfolios, applying training to real-world financial reporting, VAT and tax matters, and year-end processes.

The role offers exposure to monthly management accounts, annual financial statements and SARS compliance, with guidance to junior colleagues and strict adherence to statutory requirements.