Senior Accountant

 

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment: Finance 3

Job Ref:

CPM047551/AE

Date posted:

Thursday, January 27, 2022

Location:

Portelizabeth, South Africa

Salary:

300 000 Annually


SUMMARY:
A giant in the Accounting and Audit Industry located in the Eastern Cape is currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team. The incumbent MUST have more than 6 years of experience in an accounting practice. The incumbent will be directly responsible for the supervision of junior accountants and assist intermediate accountants when needed.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Minimum Requirements:

  • Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade
  • BCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxation
  • Completed SAIPA articles

OR

  • More than 6 years of experience in an accounting practice
  • Report writing skills
  • Training presentation skills
  • Supervisory skills: Ability to supervise junior and intermediate accountants and provide leadership.
  • ERP SYSTEMS: Pastel; Microsoft office – Excel and Word; Caseware (not compulsory – advantageous) & Payroll (not compulsory – advantageous)

Main Performance Areas (Responsibilities) - (not limited to):

  • Processing of accounting records onto a computerised accounting system resulting in an accurate and complete set of books. 
  • Completing of annual financial statements of CC’s, trusts, sole proprietors, and Body Corporates and working paper files.
  • Calculation of taxation owing by business and individuals.
  • Completion of statutory returns e.g. PAYE, UIF, SDL, VAT, Workman’s Compensation etc.
  • Completion of annual IRP5’s and EMP501’s.
  • Liaising with clients directly.
  • Supervise and train junior and intermediate accountants.
  • Set-up of accounting systems for clients
  • Suitable hardware and software
  • Training of client staff in using the software (Pastel)

Taking the next step in your career means that you are one step closer to the position you desire. Should you have relative experience, and you meet the necessary requirements, please apply for this role ASAP!

Please apply directly, by clicking on the apply button or visit for more exciting finance opportunities.

For more information, contact:

Recruitment Consultant: Ariella Eschur

If you have not had any response from us in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our data base for any other suitable positions.

 

 

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