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 ResponsibilitiesSupervise and initiate the processing of client information cheques, receipts, sales invoices, and purchase invoices.Perform bank reconciliations.Process and reconcile Petty Cash and cash control accounts.Maintain 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.Ensure correct accounting treatment on disposal of assets (property, plant & equipment) and investments, and calculate taxation on capital gains/losses.Analyse the resulting trial balance for mistakes/deviations and discuss results with the client.Conduct analytical review of AFS GP%, Inventory days, Creditors days, Debtors days.Produce a draft set of financials.Prepare notes to financial statements.Identify provisions and contingent liabilities.Calculate tax liability for sole proprietors, individuals, close corporations, trusts, small business corporations, and partnerships.Reconcile input/output VAT to monthly trial balance.Compile and discuss monthly management accounts with the client.Other ResponsibilitiesRequest information from clients.Perform provisional tax calculations.Maintain strong client relationships.Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.Exhibit strong management skills, leadership, and organizational abilities.Work independently and manage a portfolio of clients.Meet monthly deadlines timeously.Possess thorough knowledge of Payroll, VAT, and e-filing.Academic Qualifications/ExperienceA degree in accounting is advantageous.Completion of SAICA/AGA/SAIPA is advantageous.2-4 years of accounting experience.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Xero, Pastel, and Microsoft Outlook.SkillsInterpersonal skills.Communication skills.Report writing skills.Time management.Problem-solving skills.Organizational skills.Valid driver's license.CompetenciesStrong accounting and taxation knowledge.Decisive and accurate.Ability to prioritize.Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
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