Account Manager/Bookkeeper

Introduction

A dynamic, technology-driven accounting firm based in Faerie Glen (Pretoria East) is seeking an Account Manager to join their team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced and ambitious professional to become part of a practice with excellent growth potential.

Job purpose

The Account Manager will be responsible for managing a client portfolio consisting of individual taxpayers, companies, close corporations, and trusts for which we provide turnkey services. The candidate should preferably be a SAIPA member with the intention of a long-term commitment. 

Minimum education (desirable)

• BCom Degree

Minimum applicable experience (required)

• 3-5 years’ experience

Required nature of experience (desirable)

• AGA(SA) / SAIPA / CIMA member
• Experience with Xero/Simplepay/Draftworx/e-filing
• Strong competency in a highly technological cloud-based environment

Key Responsibilities

• Resource planning with regards to deadlines, new client on-boarding
• Information gathering (bank statements; third party supporting documents)
• Perform monthly bookkeeping, management accounts and payroll for clients
• Preparing annual financial statements for said clients mostly IFRS for SME
• Responsible for calculating VAT, PAYE and other necessary SARS requirements on a monthly basis
• Ensuring client regulatory compliance with CIPC / DoL / SARS
• Strong technical inclination with regards to accounting and tax principals
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by staying up to date on latest tax developments
• Maintain excellent client relationships

Remuneration
• Market-related