Senior Accountant

Helderberg Personnel; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Helderberg Personnel is seeking an experienced accountant to compile and review annual financial statements, perform monthly processing, and manage VAT and tax submissions for diverse clients in the Western Cape.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, is professionally registered, and has solid experience with Caseware and Xero. Strong communication and time management are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Professional membership with accounting body (SAIPA / SAICA / SAIBA) is preferred.
• Digitally competent with Microsoft Office and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Financial Statements: Compilation and review of annual financial statements; record keeping of working papers.
• Accounting processing and financial reporting: Monthly processing of bank statements, supplier and customer capturing reconciliations.
• VAT Management: VAT calculations, reconciliations and submission to SARS.
• Income Tax returns: Submission of Annual Income tax and Provisional tax returns for Companies, Individuals and Trusts.
• SARS Compliance: Ensure all SARS correspondence is attended to professionally and timeously.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Professional membership SAIPA/SAICA/SAIBA

Tools

Xero

Caseware

Microsoft Office

Teams/Zoom

Job description

Key Performance Area (KPA)

• Financial Statements: Compilation and review of annual financial statements; Record keeping of working paper files
• Accounting processing and financial reporting: Monthly processing of bank statements, supplier and customer capturing reconciliations
• VAT Management: VAT calculations, reconciliations and submission to SARS
• Income Tax returns: Submission of Annual Income tax and Provisional tax returns for Companies, Individuals and Trusts
• SARS Compliance: Ensure all SARS correspondence is attended to in a professional and timeous manner

Competencies and abilities

• Cognitive ability to learn and understand quickly
• Interpersonal skills: such as telephone skills, communication skills, active listening, and customer care
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with team members and clients
• Ability to creatively explain and present complex concepts in an easy-to-understand manner
• Proficient with general office applications
• Skill in preparing written communications and materials
• Accounting, Financial Statements and Income Tax experience essential
• Problem solving skills essential
• Attention to Detail

Qualification and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Professional membership with accounting body (SAIPA / SAICA / SAIBA)
• Computer literate (Microsoft – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Digital accounting l systems experience (Xero)
• Caseware Working papers experience essential
• Experienced with digital communication systems, i.e. Teams, Zoom
• Good communication and time management skills
• Experience in a professional accounting practice/firm (minimum of 5 years’ experience)