Accountant

Introduction

FC Financial Services is seeking a qualified and driven Professional Accountant (SAIPA) to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys working with a diverse client portfolio, providing accounting and taxation services, ensuring compliance, and building strong client relationships. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial services while contributing to the continued growth and success of the firm.

Duties & Responsibilities

Systems, Technology and Support

Maintain accurate client information on DataGrows.

Keep up to date with the latest technology to improve business practices.

Ensure the effective implementation of DataGrows and its integration with Sage and SARS systems.

Provide support to the Manager and Managing Director.

Resolve queries and perform ad hoc accounting and taxation tasks.

Identify and correct systems-related and quality issues in client information.

Servicing High-Level Clients

Manage accounting functions, from transaction processing to the preparation of Annual Financial Statements (AFS), while understanding clients' needs.

Develop and implement tools and structures to meet client requirements.

Attend to payroll-related tasks regularly.

Ensure CIPC matters and other statutory functions are completed accurately and on time.

Prepare and submit PAYE, UIF, SDL and IRP5 reconciliations via Easyfile within the required deadlines.

Manage SARS eFiling submissions, including VAT, PAYE and income tax.

Attend to individual and company tax returns.

Resolve SARS, UIF, COIDA and VAT queries.

Manage client portfolios and utilise practice management tools effectively.

Client Relationship Management and Retention

Ensure clients comply with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.

Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts to retainer clients.

Provide high-quality, value-added services to clients.

Maintain positive client relationships and minimise client complaints.

Supporting Managers with Client-Related Queries

Assist managers with complex client queries.

Perform ad hoc tasks requiring advanced accounting and taxation knowledge.

Manage once-off projects and ad hoc assignments.

Assist with deadline-driven tasks within the practice.

Support overall tax compliance.

Assist with tax disputes, tax audits, case resolutions, tax exemption applications and other SARS-related services.

Manage tax practitioners and oversee the quality of tax submission documentation.

Attend to other high-level requirements as directed by management.

Audits

Conduct client audits when required.

Ensure audit-related tasks are completed within the required deadlines.

Desired Experience & Qualification

(SAIPA)

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Accounting or equivalent accounting qualification.

• Strong working knowledge of South African taxation and compliance requirements.

• Experience with SARS eFiling, VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL and CIPC submissions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software.

Skills & Competecies

Self-motivated and driven.

Strong client service and relationship management skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Solution-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.

Strong accounting, taxation and compliance knowledge.

Ability to handle complex client queries and high-level accounting tasks.

Package & Remuneration

Market-related