Tax & Accounting Administrative Assistant
Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa
Job Description
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About the Role
Were looking for a reliable, detail-oriented professional to support our finance team with
tax preparation and general accounting administration
. If youre organized, proactive, and comfortable working with numbers, this role offers a great opportunity to grow within a professional, U.S.-focused accounting environment.Youll help keep client tax files accurate and compliant, handle structured admin tasks, and assist accountants during busy periods. Its ideal for someone with
solid admin or bookkeeping experience
who wants to gain exposure to U.S. tax processes while working remotely in a structured, supportive team.Key Responsibilities
Assist with preparing and filing
individual and business tax returns
under supervision Organize and maintaintax and financial documentation
Input and verify data in accounting/tax software (QuickBooks, Xero, or similar) Communicate with clients tocollect missing information
and answer basic questions Review documents for accuracy and completeness before submission Handlegeneral administrative tasks
scheduling, filing, document management Support accountants withreporting and reconciliations
during tax seasonRequirements
Minimum
2+ years
of experience in an administrative, accounting, or bookkeeping role Basic understanding oftax forms, procedures, and deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Proficiency withExcel/Google Sheets
and cloud-based tools Strong written and verbal communication Prior experience with atax or accounting firm
is an advantagePreferred Skills
Familiarity with
U.S. tax forms
(1040, W-2, 1099, etc.) Experience usingtax software
(Drake, TaxSlayer, or similar) * Comfortable workingU.S. Eastern Time hours
and managing multiple deadlines
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1576107
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationJohannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned