Senior Accountant: Bookkeeping & Tax for Client Portfolio

RecruitMyMom; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accounting and advisory practice in Rosebank, Gauteng is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse client portfolio, handle full-function bookkeeping, and ensure tax compliance. Key qualifications include 10+ years in accounting and proficiency in Xero or Sage. This role offers a dynamic environment with direct client engagement and a structured work schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in accounting within a practice environment.
• Strong proficiency in bookkeeping and management accounts preparation.
• Highly organized and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across various industries.
• Complete full-function bookkeeping to trial balance primarily using Xero or Sage.
• Prepare and submit monthly management accounts, VAT returns, and payroll journal.

Skills

Full-function bookkeeping

Tax compliance

Client relationship management

SARS audits and disputes

Cloud accounting platforms (Xero, Sage)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar

Tools

Xero

Sage

Job description

A well-established accounting and advisory practice in Rosebank, Gauteng is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse client portfolio, handle full-function bookkeeping, and ensure tax compliance. Key qualifications include 10+ years in accounting and proficiency in Xero or Sage. This role offers a dynamic environment with direct client engagement and a structured work schedule from Monday to Friday.