SAIPA Clerk

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POSITION INFO:

Christo Prins Accountants, based in Paarl is looking for SAIPA Trainee Accountants with a strong work ethic, and a “can-do” attitude to join their team. As a SAIPA Trainee Accountant, you will be an integral part of the accounting team, assisting with various financial tasks and gaining valuable experience in the field. The successful candidates should aspire to become a Professional Accountant (SA).

Duties include:

• Interpreting clients’ accounting records and compiling annual financial statements (IFRS for SME’);
• Processing of monthly transactions for VAT purposes and the reconciliation of records up to the trial balance status;
• Performing tax calculations and completing income tax returns and provisional tax returns;
• Performing VAT and PAYE calculations;
• Assisting with various client matters, including administrative work;
• Resolving queries (including SARS);

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric (Mathematics and Accounting);
• BCom Accounting or Equivalent degree in progress / completed;
• Work experience at a practice will be advantageous;
• Strong computer literacy, especially Excel;
• Experience with Sage online and DraftWorx will advantageous;
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent self-management skills
• Well-developed communication skills - Afrikaans and English;