Professional Accountant (SME Division) - Cape Town at Moore South Africa

Job Advert Summary    

• Moore Cape Town is looking for a Professional Accountant to join their Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) division on a permanent basis from 1 February 2024 or 1 March 2024. The successful candidate will have completed their SAICA/AGA/SAIPA articles, who is confident, values high standards, is committed to quality and can effectively manage client relationships.
• At Moore Cape Town we value collaboration and teamwork.  We provide a dynamic and supportive environment where your individual contributions are recognised. Our Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) division services a broad range of clients with differing needs, thus providing tangible opportunities for learning and development.

Minimum Requirements    
Experience and Skills Required:

• Post article experience in an audit practice advantageous
• Thorough knowledge of IFRS for SME’s and Accounting Standards
• Working knowledge of CaseWare
• Proficient in various accounting software packages and Microsoft Office
• Have a good understanding of the Companies and Income Tax Acts

Educational Qualifications

• BCom, B.Acc or Honours degree (accounting or financial accounting)
• SAICA/AGA/SAIPA training contract completed or qualified

PersonalQualities:

• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication skills
• Have a passion for developing client relationships
• Problem solving mindset
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment
• Effective time management skills and ability to prioritise multiple engagements
• In line with Moore Cape Town’s Employment Equity plan, preference will be given to applicants from the underrepresented designated groups who meet the requirements stipulated above.

Duties and Responsibilities    
Main Purpose of Position:

• This is a full-time role in the SME division involved in the execution of Independent Review and Compilation engagements for a fast-growing and diverse client base.  Day-to-day activities will include coordinating with the client to ensure timely completion of engagements, statutory and tax compliance whilst providing value-added advice to the client.

Position Overview:

• Drafting of financial statements in terms of IFRS for SME’s
• Execution of Independent Review engagements in terms of ISRE 2400
• Execution of Compilation engagements in terms of ISRS 4410
• Preparation and calculation of taxation for Companies and Trusts