Financial Accountant wanted immediately: Salary R18 000 to R23 000 per month

Caledon, Western Cape
R18 000 – R23 000 a month

A small audit & accounting firm in Caledon is looking for a qualified Financial Accountant to join their team as soon as possible.

Duties

Perform general accounting tasks, reporting to the partner. Duties include but are not limited to:
Preparing accounting work relating to annual financial statements
Examine, analyse, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements (IFRS and IFRS for SME’s)
Performing independant reviews
Responsible for calculating VAT, PAYE and other necessary SARS requirements on a monthly basis
Preparation of monthly management accounts
Responsible for more complex pieces of work to be done
Writing up of more complex accounting records of clients on Pastel
Assisting in general accounting and payroll related duties for clients
Liaising directly with clients to source new work for the accounting department
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Ensuring that you meet the minimum billings hours as per the company standards

Requirements

B Com Accounting or equivalent degree
Completed SAICA/SAIPA articles
Strong knowledge of accounting and accounting concepts
Knowledge of Caseware/Draftworx AFS drafting package
Knowledge of VIP Payroll
Knowledge of Pastel accounting software
Ability to meet with client and sell work to be done
Responsible and dedicated to “going the extra mile”
Must demonstrate personal and time management skills in order to ensure deadlines are met
Technical ability (IFRS, Companies Act, International Standards of Auditing, Tax)
Presentable and well-spoken
A meticulous and detailed person
MS Excel and MS Word literacy required
Must be able to work under pressure
Must be self-motivated
Traveling to clients will be expected
Overtime will be required from time to time to meet client deadlines
Excellent Afrikaans & English communication skills