Senior Accountant 25K to 33K CTC

InspHired Recruitment Solutions; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

InspHired Recruitment Solutions seeks an Account Manager to process accounting records and prepare annual financial statements, while calculating taxes and completing statutory returns. The role also includes client liaison and supervising junior and intermediate accountants.

The ideal candidate holds a BCom with Accounting III and taxation or SAIPA/SAICA articles, with 6+ years of relevant experience and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Six years or more of relevant accounting experience.
• Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade and a BCom with Accounting III and taxation are required.
• Completion of SAIPA or SAICA articles is preferred, or substantial relevant experience.
• Strong accounting, taxation and auditing knowledge, with accuracy and time management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise processing of client information
• Perform bank reconciliations and cash control
• Maintain fixed asset register and handle general journals
• Process journal entries and analyze trial balance
• Produce draft financials and working papers
• Prepare notes to financial statements and formulate accounting policies
• Calculate tax liabilities and conduct tax planning
• Complete statutory returns and manage client liaison
• Review monthly files and perform administrative duties
• Provide training and ensure compliance with firm policies

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Time management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Training presentation

Decisiveness

Accuracy

Prioritization

Pressure handling

Education

Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade

BCom degree with Accounting III and Taxation

SAIPA or SAICA articles OR 6+ years relevant experience

Job description

Account Manager Job Description

We are seeking an Account Manager to process accounting records accurately onto a computerized system, prepare annual financial statements, calculate taxation, complete statutory returns, and provide client liaison. Also, supervise and train junior and intermediate accountants.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise processing of client information
• Perform bank reconciliations and cash control
• Maintain fixed asset register and handle general journals
• Process journal entries and analyze trial balance
• Produce draft financials and working paper files
• Prepare notes to financial statements and formulate accounting policies
• Calculate tax liabilities and conduct tax planning
• Perform vouching tests during audits and reconcile VAT
• Complete statutory returns and manage client liaisons
• Review monthly files and perform administrative duties
• Provide training and ensure compliance with firm policies

Work Complexity

• Complex accounting tasks based on individual capabilities
• Work independently with review by Manager or Director

Direction of Others

• Supervise junior accountants and assist intermediates when needed

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade
• BCom degree or equivalent with Accounting III and taxation
• Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles OR 6+ years of relevant experience
• Interpersonal, communication, report writing, time management, problem-solving, organizational, and training presentation skills
• Strong accounting, taxation, and auditing knowledge
• Decisiveness, accuracy, prioritization, ability to work under pressure

Six years or more of relevant accounting experience.