SAIPA Accountant

SUMMARY:
Are you a newly registered SAIPA Accountant looking to take the next step in your career within a professional, office-based environment?
Our client, based in Worcester, is seeking a detail-oriented and driven SAIPA Accountant to take full ownership of the accounting function and ensure ongoing compliance with South African statutory and tax requirements.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS

• Completed SAIPA Articles
• BCom Accounting or related degree (completed)
• Demonstrated track record in full-function accounting and compliance
• Strong working knowledge of Pastel Accounting, Microsoft Excel, and Word
• Excellent understanding of South African tax and compliance regulations
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Having reliable transport is essential
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English (both written and spoken)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Committed to working from the office on a full-time basis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate journal entries and reconciliations
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions
• Manage cash flow and budgeting processes
• Conduct variance analysis and reporting
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and best practices
• Manage monthly payroll processing, including leave and benefits administration.
• Maintain employee records and contracts in line with statutory requirements
• Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and Income Tax returns timeously.
• Consult with SARS on audits, objections, and queries
• Prepare and submit annual returns and company changes to CIPC
• Maintain the company statutory records and registers
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and operational systems
• Contribute to the automation and digitization of processes