SAIPA Finance Manager

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Manager in Somerset West to manage a team of accountants, ensuring timely submission of financial statements and tax returns. The ideal candidate will be registered with SAIPA and have relevant accounting experience. This role involves significant client interaction and adherence to tax regulations.

Qualifications

• SAIPA Registration with up-to-date CPD.
• Registered Tax Practitioner status.
• Experience in managing teams in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of junior accountants.
• Compile and submit financial statements and tax returns.
• Maintain communication with clients regarding updates.

Skills

Team management

Client communication

Tax planning

Financial statement preparation

Education

Accounting Degree or equivalent

SAIPA Registration as Professional Accountant

Registered Tax Practitioner

Job description

SAIPA Finance Manager required in Somerset West.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of junior accountants
• Review and plan the workflow of junior accountants
• Request and ensure that tax and financial statement information is received on time
• Compile, review and/or submit financial statements and tax returns accurately and on time
• Communication with clients providing updates on work in progress; send financial statements, tax assessments and SARS correspondence
• Consultations with clients regarding tax planning
• Take responsibility for the tax affairs of assigned client base
• SARS correspondence – respond to queries and notices promptly and professionally.
• Liaison with clients regarding financials and tax or any other queries
• Staying up to date on accounting and tax development (CPD)
• Ensure adherence to accounting and tax-related regulations and standards
• Time management, budgeting and meet targets

Requirements:

• SAIPA Registration as Professional Accountant with up to date CPD
• Registered Tax Practitioner
• Registration as an Independent Reviewer will be advantageous
• Accounting Degree (or equivalent qualification)
• Minimum 3 years work experience within an accounting / auditing practice as manager Or minimum 2 years post articles