SAIPA Accountant – Somerset West

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

A well-established Accounting Firm in Somerset West is seeking a newly qualified SAIPA Accountant to join its team. This opportunity is suited to a recently qualified Professional Accountant who is ready to apply their practical training and take on greater responsibility within a professional accounting environment. The successful candidate will work with a variety of client portfolios and gain continued exposure to accounting, financial reporting and tax-related functions.

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions for a portfolio of clients
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts
• Prepare annual financial statements
• Perform accounting reconciliations and review financial records
• Process and review journals and other accounting transactions
• Assist with VAT, PAYE and other SARS compliance requirements
• Prepare income tax and provisional tax calculations
• Assist with client queries relating to accounting and tax matters
• Liaise with clients to obtain financial information and supporting documentation
• Review bookkeeping work and supporting schedules where required
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records
• Ensure all work complies with applicable accounting and statutory requirements
• Manage multiple client portfolios and meet relevant deadlines
• Provide support and guidance to junior team members where required

Requirements:

• Relevant BCom Accounting degree or equivalent qualification
• Newly qualified SAIPA / Professional Accountant
• Practical experience gained within an accounting or professional services firm
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Exposure to annual financial statements and management accounts
• Working knowledge of VAT, income tax and SARS compliance
• Strong numerical and analytical ability
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple client portfolios and deadlines
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software will be advantageous
• Ability to work independently and as part of a professional team