Accountant-Randburg

Introduction

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing bookkeeping and accounting support to a portfolio of clients within an established accounting firm. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting transactions, performing reconciliations, assisting with VAT submissions and preparing financial information for review by accountants.

The ideal candidate must have strong attention to detail, good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple client accounts while meeting deadlines.

Duties & Responsibilities

2.1 Bookkeeping and Accounting

• Perform full-function bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients.

• Capture and process supplier invoices, customer invoices, receipts and payments.

• Maintain accurate general ledgers and accounting records.

• Perform bank, creditor, debtor and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Process journals and month-end adjustments where required.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and trial balances.

• Maintain fixed asset registers and assist with depreciation calculations.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in client accounts.

• Ensure that accounting records are complete, accurate and up to date.

2.2 VAT and Tax Compliance

• Prepare VAT reconciliations and assist with VAT201 submissions.

• Review VAT transactions to ensure correct treatment and supporting documentation.

• Assist with EMP201 and other payroll-related statutory submissions, where applicable.

• Assist with the preparation of supporting schedules for income tax returns.

• Maintain organised records for SARS queries and compliance reviews.

• Monitor statutory deadlines and follow up on outstanding client information.

2.3 Client Portfolio Management

• Manage bookkeeping requirements for multiple clients across different industries.

• Communicate with clients to obtain missing invoices, statements and supporting documentation.

• Respond to routine client accounting queries professionally.

• Follow up on outstanding information to ensure deadlines are met.

• Maintain confidentiality of client financial information.

• Build and maintain professional working relationships with clients.

2.4 Payroll and Related Administration

• Assist with payroll processing where required.

• Capture employee changes, salaries, deductions and other payroll information.

• Assist with payroll reconciliations and statutory declarations.

• Support the preparation of IRP5/IT3(a) information and annual payroll reconciliations, where applicable.

2.5 Financial Reporting and Year-End Preparation

• Prepare trial balances and supporting schedules for accountant review.

• Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements by compiling accurate accounting records and working papers.

• Prepare year-end reconciliations and supporting documentation.

• Identify unusual balances and discrepancies for further investigation.

• Assist with audit and independent review requests where applicable.

2.6 General Administration

• Maintain electronic accounting files and supporting documentation.

• Ensure client records are filed systematically.

• Monitor deadlines across the client portfolio.

• Use accounting software and spreadsheets to maintain accurate financial information.

• Comply with the firm's internal procedures and applicable professional and regulatory requirements.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Grade 12 / Matric.

• A bookkeeping or accounting qualification, such as a Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping, Financial Accounting or a related field, will be advantageous.

• At least 2–3 years' relevant bookkeeping experience, preferably within an accounting or auditing firm.

• Experience managing bookkeeping for multiple clients is highly advantageous.

• Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and basic accounting principles.

• Practical experience with bank reconciliations, creditors, debtors and general ledger accounts.

• Working knowledge of South African VAT and basic SARS compliance requirements.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

• Experience with accounting software such as Sage Accounting, Sage Pastel, Xero or QuickBooks will be advantageous.

Package & Remuneration

R20000-R25000 CTC

Interested?

If you meet the requirements, kindly submit your CV and qualifications to admin@placepros.co.za