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Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing client bookkeeping, preparing financial statements, and ensuring statutory compliance with a strong focus on tax regulations and operational efficiency. Proficient in utilizing cloud-based accounting platforms and providing tailored financial guidance to clients.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Accounting DegreeTax PreparationSARS eFilingCloud-Based Accounting PlatformsClient Compliance Management
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAbout the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage and review trial balances against supporting evidence to ensure accurate, reliable reporting and system integrity.
- Execute, manage, and oversee client bookkeeping responsibilities in accordance with established quality standards.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for a client portfolio, providing tailored accounting guidance, software support, and clear communication.
- Prepare annual financial statements aligned with applicable reporting frameworks and required assurance levels.
- Manage statutory compliance across SARS, CIPC, the Companies Act, and other applicable legislation.
- Handle eFiling administration and compile complete, well-referenced audit packs in response to SARS audits.
- Prepare and submit income tax returns for individuals and companies, provisional tax, VAT, PAYE, and registrations.
- Oversee full payroll processing, leave administration, and contract interpretations.
- Evaluate, research, and implement software and automated tools to improve client operational processes and workflows.
- Document operational systems and processes for adoption across team members and clients.
- Provide training to clients and colleagues on accounting software, systems, and workflow expectations.
- Drive client compliance, accuracy, process enhancement, and plain-language financial guidance across a portfolio of growing businesses.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Completed degree or equivalent qualification in accounting.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an accountant reviewing accounts, preparing financial reports, drafting annual financial statements, and submitting tax returns across all tax types.
- Active membership (or active enrollment in an accreditation programme) with a recognised governing body such as SAICA, SAIPA, SAIT, ACCA, or CIMA.
- Strong technical knowledge across all tax types, including corporate tax, individual tax, provisional tax, VAT, PAYE, customs, international tax issues, and crypto.
- High level of proficiency with SARS eFiling.
- Reliable laptop suitable for professional use and a stable internet connection supporting video conferencing.
- Demonstrated ability to research, compare, and implement operational software solutions.
- Experience with cloud-based accounting platforms, specifically Xero, Dext, Expensify, and SimplePay.
- SARS eFiling experience.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible remote working structure with no daily commute.
- Professional development support and career growth encouragement.
- Culture centred on kindness, mutual support, teamwork, and knowledge sharing.
- Access to modern cloud accounting software and automated operational tools.
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Financial ReportingAnnual Financial StatementsTax ReturnsPayroll ProcessingStatutory Compliance
Soft Skills
Clear CommunicationTraining and Development
Tools & Technologies
XeroDextExpensifySimplePay
Certifications & Qualifications
SAICA MembershipSAIPA MembershipSAIT MembershipACCA MembershipCIMA Membership
Industry Keywords
Corporate TaxIndividual TaxProvisional TaxVATPAYE