Accountant (PA (SA) / AGA)│ Stellenbosch

Accountant (PA (SA) / AGA) │ Stellenbosch

Our client is a medium sized accounting and audit firm in Stellenbosch, and has a vacancy for an accountant (PA (SA) / AGA) to join their team as soon as possible. The ideal candidate must have completed their SAIPA/SAICA articles, preferably at a medium/small accounting firm.

Minimum Requirements & Qualities

Must be willing to work overtime to meet client deadlines.
Own transport and a valid driver’s license
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Ability to work independently and in a team
Good communication skills (English and Afrikaans)
2 years post SAIPA/SAICA (AGA) articles
BAcc, BCom Accounting, BCompt or equivalent degree
Completed articles with a medium / small firm preferred
Working knowledge of CaseWare, Excel and Word
Knowledge of accounting systems (Pastel, Sage, Xero)
Registered or eliligible to register with SAIPA/SAICA (AGA)

Duties (Including but not limited to)

Writing up of more complex accounting records of clients on Pastel and Xero
Review monthly bookkeeping / VAT of SAIPA Trainees
Reconcile Debtors and Creditors on a monthly basis and provide training for SAIPA Trainees to reconcile Debtors and Creditors
Responsible for calculating VAT, PAYE and other necessary SARS requirements on a monthly basis
Preparation and Review of management accounts
Manage and supervise SAIPA staff to achieve set goals
Provide daily assistance, guidance and training with regards to bookkeeping, related taxes and SARS submissions to SAIPA Trainees
Preparing accounting work relating to annual financial statements
Preparation and Review of financial statements
Performing independent reviews
Preparation and Review of tax returns
Reviewing work done by supervised staff before partner review, where applicable
Implementation / evaluation of internal controls.
Client interaction and relations

Salary

Salary is dependent on qualification and experience.

Applicants who feel they fit the above profile and meet ALL the minimum requirements are urged to apply for this position.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.