Permanent Accountant

Permanent Accountant My client is an established and leading medium sized Auditing and Accounting firm in Somerset West. They are seeking to employ a SAIPA registered Accountant who is experienced and self-motivated to join their team.
The ideal candidate must meet the following requirements:

Completed SAIPA articles and registered as a Professional Accountant at SAIPA;

Experience and good knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, VAT and Income Tax;

Technical proficiency in Caseware Working Papers, Xero Accounting, Receipt-Bank and Simplepay, as well as the full Microsoft Office suite.

The ability to utilise digital platforms to achieve business outcomes.

Furthermore, the ideal candidate is administratively-oriented, possesses good communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and can deliver client service of outstanding quality. The ability to work independently and proactively is a prerequisite.

The key responsibilities include:

Monthly processing of accounting transaction and VAT reporting for a dedicated client portfolio consisting of a wide variety of small to medium sized clients, including individuals, trusts, closed corporations and companies.

Performing regular bookkeeping duties for cloud-based clients.

Keeping clients regularly updated on their company position in terms of bank balance, outstanding debtors, creditors etc.

Support the accounting team in providing outsourced financial services.

Working practical knowledge relating to VAT and Income tax legislation.

Preparation of management accounts, either in standard form or bespoke management packs.

Preparation of statutory accounts.

Consulting with clients on all aspects of financial management.

Advising clients on cloud computing options and providing general support to users of cloud-based accounting software.