Job Description

PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANT

A dynamic and growing firm of accountants office in Johannesburg are looking for a competent and responsible accounting and tax department assistant. The successful candidate should have some theoretical and practical knowledge of accounting, management reporting, and the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act. A minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role and knowledge of SARS E-filing would be beneficial.

Qualifications:

B. Com (Accounting) or relevant qualification Theoretical and practical knowledge of accounting, management reporting, and the Income Tax Act and Tax Administration Act Have a good working tax knowledge.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Preparation of financial statements for mainly small CC's and Companies ; Working on accounting Software; Managing the workflow for monthly accounting clients; Processing VAT returns and submission handling potential tax reviews

Requirements?

Good proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook; Excellent problem solving and out of the box thinking; Good practical knowledge and a willingness to get hands-on; Ability to recognize when a particular path of actions will no longer reach the desired outcome and change the approach; Self-starter who can be left to complete the task but will ask for clarity and more information when required; Good time management and administrative skills. Must be highly organized. Good communication skills; An entrepreneurial hunger for growth; A willingness to go the extra mile.

Skills & Attributes:

Attention to detail is crucial Excellent interpersonal (verbal and written) skills Time management skills essential - able to plan, prioritise and organise Able to work under pressure and deadline-driven Team player but able to work independently Friendly and professional manner Confidence in working with people at all levels in a company Comfortable with change

Ability to commute/relocate:

Bloemfontein, Free State: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R8000,00 - R18000,00 per month

Experience:

Accounting work: 5 years (Preferred)
Application Deadline: 2025/04/01
Expected Start Date: 2025/04/01