Accountant

Introduction

Basa Tutorial Institute Location: Riverside, Gauteng

About Us

Basa Tutorial Institute is an independent educational institution committed to delivering quality education from Grade R through to Grade 12. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our finance team and contribute to the financial stability and growth of our organisation.

The Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to work across a broad spectrum of accounting functions, including financial reporting, payroll administration, taxation, budgeting, compliance, and audit support. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the organisation's financial records while supporting strategic financial planning.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and financial data processing.

• Prepare and process tax calculations and SARS submissions.

• Manage payroll functions, including salary calculations, overtime, deductions, and employee benefits administration.

• Review and update relevant financial policies and procedures annually.

• Prepare annual financial statements.

• Maintain accounting records for ad hoc projects.

• Assist with budgeting, cash flow management, and financial forecasting.

• Oversee and review debtors' functions and collections activities.

• Process and review journal entries.

• Support internal and external audit processes.

• Manage asset registers and fixed asset accounting.

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting principles and statutory requirements.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Minimum 3 to 5 years' accounting experience.

• Proven payroll administration experience.

• Experience with financial statement preparation.

• Experience with taxation and SARS submissions.

• Exposure to budgeting, cash flow management, and forecasting.

• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and statutory deductions.

• Sound understanding of South African labour legislation and financial compliance requirements.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Advantageous

• SAIPA Registration.

• SAICA Registration.

• Experience within an educational institution or non-profit environment.

Package & Remuneration

Market Related (Negotiable based on experience)

Interested?

Suitable candidates meeting the above requirements are invited to submit their CV for consideration.

Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis.