Short Summary of the purpose of the role:
Processing of accounting records onto a computerized accounting system resulting in an accurate and complete set of books. Compiling of management accounts for companies, close corporations, trusts and sole proprietors and monthly working paper file. Calculation of VAT. Completion of VAT return. Liaising with clients directly.
Academic Qualifications Required:
Matric with Accounting at Higher Grade
BCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxation
Completed SAIPA articles
OR
More than 6 years of experience in an accounting practice
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills: Be able to converse in English/Afrikans/Xhosa (advantageous)
Report writing skills
Time Management
Problem solving skills
Organisational skills
Competencies
Strong Accounting, knowledge
Decisive and accurate
Ability to prioritise
Ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment
Experience
Six years plus relevant accounting experience
Required Computer Packages:
Pastel
Xero
Dext
Microsoft office
Greatsoft (not compulsory)
Key Duties and Responsibilities – Key Performance Indicators:
Initiate the processing of client information cheques, receipts, sales invoices, purchase invoices
Perform bank reconciliations
Processing and reconciling of Petty Cash and cash control accounts
Keeping of 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
Distinguish between finance and operating leases
Reconcile debtors and creditors statements
Correct accounting treatment on disposal of assets (property, plant & equipment) and investments.
Calculation of VAT
Completion of VAT returns
Liaise with the client re payment of the VAT
Reconciliations of input/output VAT to trial balances
Compiling and discussing with the client of monthly management accounts
Administrative duties – e.g., checking of VAT status on e-filing after submission of return
Uploading of relevant documents in case of SARS VAT Verification
Compliance with the firm's System of Quality Management (SOQM), policies and procedures.
Compliance with the firm's Employee Code of Conduct which consists of the firm's HR policies, SAICA, IRBA and IESBA Codes of Conduct.
Other duties:
Ad hoc duties as requested by the Office Manager and Directors.
Work Complexity:
Complex level of accounting considering the above. Difficulty rate according to individual capabilities
Level of Independence:
Work independently but work is reviewed by Assistant Manager or Manager
