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This critical role in a leading professional financial services firm, is designed for a detail-orientated accounting professional who thrives on providing strategic financial support to a diverse portfolio of SMEs with regards to international tax and structuring. You will act as a trusted advisor, moving beyond mere data entry to help clients navigate financial complexities and achieve sustainable growth through robust reporting and tax compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Full-Function Financial Management: Execute day-to-day financial operations for a varied client base, ensuring meticulous bookkeeping and record maintenance.
Reporting & Analysis: Utilise Draftworx and cloud-based systems to prepare accurate financial statements, management accounts, and budget analyses that drive informed business decisions.
Tax & Statutory Compliance: Manage the end-to-end tax function, including SARS e-filing, VAT, PAYE, and ensuring all client activities align with South African tax legislation.
Client Advisory: Provide professional insights into cash flow management and financial projections to support the unique objectives of small and medium-sized enterprises.
Operational Excellence: Maintain secure filing systems and ensure all documentation meets stringent governance and audit requirements.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: Proven experience in a professional accounting environment, specifically handling multiple client portfolios or complex SME accounts.
Language Proficiency: High proficiency in both Afrikaans and English is essential for effective client communication
Technical Skills: Solid understanding of IFRS/GAAP and South African tax regulations.
Attributes: A solution-focused professional with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team.
Required Software Skills
Xero
Draftworx.
SARS e-Filing.
MS Office Suite (Advanced Excel).
Hybrid: Based in Parktown North, Johannesburg (3 days per week in-office).
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