Accountant & Bookkeeper

Recruiter:

Carlysle Human Capital

Job Ref:

GTG001808/CL

Date posted:

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

20000 Monthly

SUMMARY:

Client-Facing Accountant & Bookkeeper (Growth & Advisory)

Location: Rosebank, Johannesburg (Full-time | In-office)
Department: Accounting & Tax
Reports to: Senior Management

Before You Apply

This role is perfect for someone who wants more than just data capturing and compliance work. If you enjoy understanding how businesses operate, engaging with clients, and adding real value through insights and advice, you’ll thrive here.
We’re looking for someone who:

Enjoys learning how a client’s business truly works
Can offer practical, tax-aware guidance
Spots opportunities to help clients grow
Is comfortable meeting with clients and prospects
Likes building smart systems that make monthly work run smoothly

POSITION INFO:

About Latita Africa

Latita Africa is a specialist tax, legal, and advisory firm supporting entrepreneurs, growing businesses, and high-net-worth individuals across South Africa and the continent.
Our expertise includes:

Accounting and tax compliance
SARS disputes and tax debt management
Corporate and commercial advisory
Cross-border and regulatory structuring

We’re based in Rosebank and in an exciting growth phase. Our structures are being built (not inherited), so we value people who take ownership, think independently, and are comfortable with responsibility.

Role Overview

This is a blended role with two key focus areas:

1. Accountant / Bookkeeper

You’ll manage the full accounting function for a portfolio of clients, from source documents through to management accounts and year-end preparation.

2. Advisor & Growth Partner

You’ll develop a strong understanding of each client’s business and tax position, proactively highlighting risks and opportunities and identifying additional services Latita can offer.
You’ll work closely with our tax and legal teams and engage directly with clients and prospects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Core Accounting & Bookkeeping

Process transactions: banks, suppliers, customers, and payroll
Maintain general ledger, debtors, and creditors
Perform reconciliations:
- Bank
- Debtors
- Creditors
- VAT
- Control accounts
Prepare monthly management accounts and reports
Support year-end processes:
- Working papers
- Audit packs
- Draft financial statements

2. Client Understanding & Tax Awareness

Understand client business models, cash flow, and tax positions
Identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities
Make practical recommendations on:
- Cash flow management
- Tax-efficient structuring (within scope)
- Allowable deductions and reliefs
Collaborate with tax and legal teams to align strategies

3. Business Growth & Additional Scope

Identify further opportunities for existing clients such as:
- Clean-ups
- Restructuring
- Tax reviews
- Advisory projects
Present opportunities clearly to management (value, scope, risk)
Participate in prospect meetings to:
- Understand client needs
- Explain services in simple terms
- Build trust and confidence
Assist with proposals, quotes, and scoping
Support revenue growth and billables

4. Processes, Systems & Efficiency

Build and maintain checklists and workflows for:
- Monthly deliverables
- VAT and PAYE cycles
- Provisional tax
- Income tax
- Year-end prep
Keep files organised and review-ready
Suggest and implement process improvements
Work with and optimise accounting systems:
- Xero
- Sage
- QuickBooks Online
- Pastel
Introduce automation and reporting enhancements where suitable

5. Client Communication & Relationships

Communicate proactively about:
- Missing information
- Deadlines
- Risks and issues
Engage through calls and meetings, not only email
Build strong, long-term client relationships
Become a trusted first point of contact for clients

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

Education

Relevant accounting qualification, such as:

BCom Accounting / Financial Accounting / Financial Management
National Diploma / Advanced Certificate in Accounting

Experience

4–5 years recent hands-on accounting/bookkeeping experience
Preferably within an accounting or audit practice
Proven ability to take clients from raw data to:
- Clean trial balances
- Monthly management accounts
- Year-end files
Solid VAT and PAYE experience, including SARS reconciliations

Technical Skills

Proficient in at least two of:
- Xero
- Sage
- QuickBooks
- Pastel
Strong Excel skills (filters, lookups, pivots an advantage)
Good accounting knowledge with tax awareness
SARS eFiling experience (or ability to learn quickly)

Working Style

Comfortable managing multiple clients and deadlines
Detail-focused but practical
Proactive problem-solver
Confident in client conversations and meetings

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