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GAS Accounting is looking for an experienced Account Manager to join our team in Sandton. You'll own a portfolio of clients as their primary point of contact, leading the team that delivers their bookkeeping, management accounts, financial statements and compliance.
You'll present results, give sharp financial insight and make sure every deadline is met. This is a fast-paced, client-facing leadership role in a cloud-based, technology-forward practice.
Key responsibilities
Manage a client portfolio as the primary point of contact and hold regular results and strategy meetings
Present management accounts and turn the numbers into clear, actionable insight
Review and sign off bookkeeping, management accounts, financial statements and compliance submissions
Ensure VAT201, EMP201, EMP501, provisional tax, income tax, dividends tax and CIPC compliance is accurate and on time
Handle SARS correspondence and identify tax planning opportunities
Prepare or review annual financial statements within statutory timeframes
Lead, review and develop the bookkeepers, junior accountants and trainees in your portfolio
Manage workflow and deadlines across multiple clients in Karbon
Onboard new clients and build long-term relationships through proactive service
Keep Xero files accurate and current, and champion our use of Dext, Hubdoc and SimplePay
Requirements
3+ years' experience in an accounting practice, managing a portfolio of clients
SAIPA, CIMA, AGA(SA) or CA(SA) designation
Must be able to a lead a team
Experience on Xero; Sage, Dext, Hubdoc, SimplePay and Karbon advantageous
Strong working knowledge of South African tax and statutory compliance
Confident client communication and presentation skills
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
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