Accountant

We are seeking an Accountant. The successful candidate must have minimum 5 experience of working in an Audit and Accounting firm.

Main Responsibilities And Accountabilities

The successful applicant will be required to handle (but is not limited to) the following:

• Writing up books to balance sheet
• Drafting financials in Caseware
• Compilations
• Debtors, including capturing and reconciling
• Creditors, including capturing and reconciling
• Bank statement and recon, including credit and petrol cards
• Payroll/payslips, and EMP201 and EMP501 submissions. Review and audits from SARS
• VAT calculations and VAT201 returns. Review and audits from SARS
• Knowledge on UIF
• Knowledge on WCA
• Fixed asset calculation and depreciation
• Journal posting
• Monthly management accounts, budget and cashflow preparation
• Complete Individual, Company and Trust Income Tax returns

Personal Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work well independently and in a team
• Accountable, responsible, delivery orientated and deadline driven
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and multi-task
• Solutions driven and strong problem solving skills
• Innovative, flexible, adaptable and resourceful
• Ensure professional and positive attitude at all times.
• Display excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Self-motivated, driven and determined.
• Must be assertive and confident in their abilities.
• Strong client focus and service delivery

Experience And Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma equivalent
• Completed SAIPA / SAICA articles
• At least 5 years of experience in bookkeeping/accounting at a professional firm
• Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans is essential for this role

Fully Computer Literate On

• Xero Accounting
• PaySpace/SimplePay
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• SARS Efiling