Reference: 5370 CM

Job Description:

Perform general accounting tasks, reporting to the partner.
Preparing accounting work relating to annual financial statements
Examine, analyse, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements (IFRS and IFRS for SME’s)
Performing independant reviews
Responsible for calculating VAT, PAYE and other necessary SARS requirements on a monthly basis
Preparation of monthly management accounts
Responsible for more complex pieces of work to be done
Writing up of more complex accounting records of clients on Pastel
Assisting in general accounting and payroll related duties for clients
Liaising directly with clients to source new work for the accounting department
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Ensuring that you meet the minimum billings hours as per the company standards

Qualifications:

BCom Accounting or equivalent degree/diploma
Completed SAICA/SAIPA articles
Strong knowledge of accounting and accounting concepts
Knowledge of Caseware/Draftworx AFS drafting package
Knowledge of VIP Payroll
Knowledge of Pastel accounting software
Ability to meet with client and sell work to be done
Responsible and dedicated to “going the extra mile”
Must demonstrate personal and time management skills in order to ensure deadlines are met
Technical ability (IFRS, Companies Act, International Standards of Auditing, Tax)
Presentable and well spoken
A meticulous and detailed person
MS Excel and MS Word literacy required
Must be able to work under pressure
Must be self-motivated
Traveling to clients will be expected
Overtime will be required from time to time to meet client deadlines
Excellent Afrikaans & English communication skills