Accountant at The Recruitment People

Centurion based Accounting practice seeks Accountant.

Responsiblities will include but are not limited to:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, journals and general ledger processing.
• Prepare, review and analyse annual financial statements and financial reports using Draftworx and relevant accounting software.
• Prepare management accounts, financial schedules and supporting working papers where required.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations
• Prepare and submit tax returns, including income tax, VAT and EMP returns, accurately andwithin prescribed deadlines.
• Handle SARS-related matters independently, including correspondence, requests for information,payment suspension applications and dispute submissions.
• Assist with individual income tax return queries, submissions and disputes with SARS.
• Monitor client tax compliance and identify potential risks, deadlines and outstanding submissions.
• Assist with audit-related requests and other financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare and submit CIPC annual returns and attend to related company-secretarial and compliance duties.
• Maintain professional and effective communication with clients, SARS, CIPC and other relevant stakeholders.
• Perform any other reasonable duties consistent with the responsibilities and level of the position.

Minimum requirements:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance with completed articles (preferably SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA)
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in an auditing or accounting practice
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements and taxation
• Proficient in tax and experience with solving SARS queries
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage Evolution and Sage Accounting) and Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in Caseware or Draftworx software