Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Accountant to lead our clients' newly established accounting branch.
The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in accounting, strong leadership abilities, and proven multitasking skills. This role requires someone capable of managing and strengthening existing client relationships, while also developing new business opportunities. A confident, approachable, and trustworthy demeanor is essential to succeed in this position.
Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting , Processing and reconciliations:

• Daily accounting operations, including processing transactions and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations.
• Reconcile subledgers to the general ledger and resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed assets registers and inventory reports.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany loans.
• Financial Statements:

• Draft and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Structures and tax planning:

• Ability to consult and advise on best corporate structures and succession/estate planning for groups
• Tax planning and advisory on best practices, proactive planning for each milestone tax event.
• Tax Administration:

• Handle tax administration for clients, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Year-End and Month-End Close:

• Monitor timelines for month-end close activities and ensure timely completion.
• Oversee onboarding activities for new clients and staff.
• Working Papers:

• Review working papers for accuracy and completeness.
• Training and Development:

• Facilitate software and process training for external clients.
• Develop and update training materials to ensure client standards are met and maintained.
• Provide accounting and tax software training and support

• Full understanding of IT software used by the department
• Training and support to the clients of the software used by the department
• External Engagement:

• Engage with clients and team to align and meet delivery expectations.
• Client engagement - presenting reports, structure planning, estate planning, compilations, integrated reports and general client meetings
• Networking within the industry to leverage opportunities
• Project Management:

• Lead and manage accounting projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Perform team leader duties, including performance management, recruiting, and team capacity planning.
• Standard Operating Procedures:

• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for the division.
• Team Management:

• Manage the growing accounting team, setting performance targets and conducting performance reviews.
• Time management
• Foster a positive and productive team environment.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in accounting and team leadership roles.
• Proficiency in accounting and tax software.
• Excellent team leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record in growing and maintaining good client relationships
• Fully bilingual - Afrikaans and English

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with profit-share incentive.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Skills Required