A leading Accountancy firm based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town (Diep River) is currently looking for an Accountant.Purpose Of The RoleTo render the full accounting service to a portfolio of clients.Key Duties And Responsibilities Key Performance IndicatorsSupervise and initiate the processing of client information cheques, receipts, sales invoices, purchase invoices.Perform bank reconciliations.Process and reconcile Petty Cash and cash control accounts.Keep a fixed asset register.General journals e.g., depreciation, provisions, interest, salaries, stock, etc.Process journal entries e.g., new instalment sale agreements, interest on borrowings, provisions, accruals of income and expenses, bad debts etc.Reconcile debtors and creditors statements.Correct accounting treatment on disposal of assets (property, plant & equipment) and investments and the calculation of the taxation on capital gains/losses.Analyse the resulting trial balance for mistakes/deviations and discuss the results with the client.Conduct analytical reviews of AFS GP%, Inventory days, Creditors days, Debtors days.Produce a draft set of financials.Prepare the notes to financial statements.Identify provisions and contingent liabilities.Calculate the tax liability for sole proprietors, individuals, close corporations and trusts, small business corporations, and partnerships.Reconcile input/output VAT to the monthly trial balance.Compile and discuss monthly management accounts with the client.OtherRequest information from Clients.Perform provisional tax calculations.Maintain strong client relationships.Communicate effectively with Clients and colleagues.Exhibit strong management skills, leadership, and organisational abilities.Able to work independently and manage a portfolio of clients.Meet monthly deadlines timely.Have a thorough knowledge of Payroll, VAT, and e-filing.Academic Qualifications/ExperienceA degree in accounting would be advantageous.Completion of SAICA/AGA/SAIPA would be advantageous.2-4 years accounting experience.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Xero, Pastel, and Microsoft Outlook.SkillsInterpersonal skills.Communication skills.Report writing skills.Time management.Problem-solving skills.Organisational skills.Driver's licence.CompetenciesStrong accounting and taxation knowledge.Decisive and accurate.Ability to prioritise.Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
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