Senior Accountant

1 month ago

Port Elizabeth, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Full time

Senior Accountant

Location: Gqeberha

 

Short Summary of the purpose of the role:

Processing of accounting records onto a computerised accounting system resulting in an accurate and complete set of books. Completing of annual financial statements of CC’s, trusts, sole proprietors and Body Corporates and working paper files. Calculation of taxation owing by businesses and individuals. Completion of statutory returns e.g., PAYE, UIF, SDL, VAT, etc. Liaising with clients directly. Supervise and train junior and intermediate accountants.

Academic Qualifications Required:

  • Matric with Accounting at a Higher Grade
  • BCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxation
  • Completed SAIPA articles or SAICA articles

OR

  • More than 6 years of experience in an accounting practice

Skills, Competencies and Experience Required:

Skills:

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills: Be able to converse in English/Afrikaans/Xhosa (advantageous)
  • Report writing skills
  • Time Management
  • Problem solving skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Training presentation skills
  • Supervisory skills: Ability to supervise junior and intermediate accountants and provide leadership.

Competencies:

  • Strong Accounting, Taxation and Auditing 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

Microsoft office – Excel and Word, Windows

CaseWare

Xero

Key Duties and Responsibilities – Key Performance Indicators:

Supervise and initiating the processing of client information 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.

Foreign exchange transactions

Reconcile debtors and creditors statements.

Correct accounting treatment on disposal of assets (property, plant & equipment) and investments and the calculation of the taxation on capital gains/losses.

Analyse the resulting trial balance for mistakes / deviations and be able to discuss the results with the client.

Analytical review of AFS – GP%, Inventory days, Creditors days, Debtors days

Ability to record books from insufficient records.

Produce a draft set of financials according to generally accepted accounting practice and a working paper file according to the standards per the training file for sole proprietors, close corporations, trusts, partnerships, small business corporations, farmers and Body Corporates.

  • Prepare the notes to financial statements
  • Formulate accounting policies
  • Identifying provisions and contingent liabilities
  • Calculate the tax liability for sole proprietors, individuals, close corporations and trusts, small business corporations, farmers, Body corporates and partnerships.
  • Calculate the taxation on lumpsum payments by retirement
  • Tax planning – e.g., fringe benefits and allowances
  • Tax avoidance / Non-resident tax
  • Secondary tax on companies
  • Perform vouching tests during an audit of (Pty) Ltd and Body Corporates to verify completeness, existence, accuracy, valuation, ownership and presentation.
  • Calculation of PAYE/UIF/SDL levies and VAT.
  • Completion of statutory returns e.g., UIF/SDL/PAYE/VAT.
  • Liase with client re payment of the above returns.
  • Reconciliations of input/output VAT to annual financial statements and monthly trial balances
  • Compiling and discussing with the client of monthly management accounts.
  • Complete a tax return for individuals, close corporations, trusts and body corporates.
  • Recording and identifying short comings in internal controls
  • Identifying risks and calculate materiality
  • Statutory checks – member’s certificates, founding statements, association agreements etc.
  • Pre-engagement procedures
  • Acquisition of member’s interest / shareholding
  • Review the monthly files of junior to intermediate accountants
  • Completion and review of Management representation letters
  • Qualifying the report of an Accounting Officer

Work Complexity:

  • Complex level of accounting considering the above.
  • Difficulty rate according to individual capabilities.

  • Senior Accountant

    3 weeks ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd TA MPC Recruitment Group EC Full time

    Senior Accountant Location: Gqeberha   Short Summary of the purpose of the role: Processing of accounting records onto a computerised accounting system resulting in an accurate and complete set of books. Completing of annual financial statements of CC’s, trusts, sole proprietors and Body Corporates and working paper files. Calculation of taxation owing...

  • Senior Accountant

    4 days ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Stepco Recruitment Full time

    Academic Qualifications Required:•Matric with Accounting at a Higher Grade•BCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxation•Completed SAIPA articles or SAICA articlesOR•More than 6 years of experience in an accounting practiceSkills, Competencies and Experience Required:Skills•Interpersonal skills•Communication skills: Be able to...

  • Senior Accountant

    4 days ago

    port elizabeth, South Africa Stepco Recruitment Full time

    Academic Qualifications Required: • Matric with Accounting at a Higher Grade • BCom degree or equivalent degree with Accounting III and taxation • Completed SAIPA articles or SAICA articles OR • More than 6 years of experience in an accounting practice Skills, Competencies and Experience Required: Skills • Interpersonal skills • Communication...

  • Accountant / Senior Accountant

    1 month ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Abantu Staffing Solutions Full time

    Minimum Requirements / Experience:Grade 12Previous experience within a similar role essentialCompleted BCom Degree (advantageous)Completed articles (advantageous)Previous experience supervising juniors / staff (advantageous) Responsibilities:Monthly cashbook processing and bank reconciliationMonth VAT calculations and submissionsMonthly SARS / Dept of...

  • Accounting Supervisor

    4 weeks ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Jobs2day Full time

    Job Title: Accounting SupervisorDepartment: AccountingReports To: Accounting ManagerJob Summary: The Accounting Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, monitor and analyze accounting data, and produce financial reports or statements. This role requires a highly meticulous and analytical professional who embraces technology,...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    1 week ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd TA MPC Recruitment Group EC Full time

    Key Responsibilities: Bookkeeping of at least 8 stores (subject to change at discretion of management). Processing of point-of-sale month-end reports. Processing of cashbooks (importing) and bank reconciliations. Processing of salary journals and timeous clearing of control accounts. Monthly audit files to be prepared and submitted to senior by deadline...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    1 week ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time

    Key Responsibilities: Bookkeeping of at least 8 stores (subject to change at discretion of management).Processing of point-of-sale month-end reports.Processing of cashbooks (importing) and bank reconciliations.Processing of salary journals and timeous clearing of control accounts.Monthly audit files to be prepared and submitted to senior by deadline...

  • B-BBEE Senior Analyst

    1 month ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Abantu Staffing Solutions Full time

    An established Eastern Cape Accounting Firm is looking for a BEE Analyst, to be based in their Gqeberha office.   The role will include completing BEE verifications In generic codes, construction, tourism and ICT, as well as consulting with clients how to improve their B-BBEE rating.  Minimum requirements: Grade 12Previous experience within a BEE...

  • Spec: Sales Account Management

    5 days ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa BCXP Full time

    Business Unit, Department, ReportingJob grade/level S5Business Unit CSODepartmentPublic Sector, Diversified & Telkom, Retail & CPG, Coastal, Inland, Mid-Market and Financial ServicesPosition reports to Executive: Sales Account Management/ Integrated Account Directors Span of Control 0Core DescriptionResponsible for the management of the full sales...

  • Senior IT Technician

    1 month ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Tower Group Full time

    Job Title : Senior IT TechnicianDepartment : Information TechnologyReports To : Team Lead: Service DeliveryPaterson Grade : C1 PURPOSE OF JOBThe Senior Desktop Support provides proven senior technical experience and strategic insights to meet the IT needs of staff members of all Metrofile Group companies. The position works in close coordination with both...

  • IT Developer

    1 month ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Full time

    Our client is seeking an IT Developer (Senior) to join their team, based in Gqeberha.  Successful candidate will need to support the software development process within the organisation by providing technical insights and direction throughout the SDLC and producing neat, complex and accurate code and queries, according to our agreed standards and...

  • SAICA Trainee Accountant Contract 2025

    1 month ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa PKF South Africa Full time

    IntroductionPKF is one of the largest mid-tier accounting networks in the world and in South Africa, making us big enough to provide an excellent career foundation, and small enough for you to make a difference. Develop your true potential and receive unique opportunities needed for your personal growth and development as a trainee accountant.We have SAICA...

  • SAICA Trainee Accountant Contract 2026

    1 month ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa PKF South Africa Full time

    IntroductionPKF is one of the largest mid-tier accounting networks in the world and in South Africa, making us big enough to provide an excellent career foundation, and small enough for you to make a difference. Develop your true potential and receive unique opportunities needed for your personal growth and development as a trainee accountant.We have SAICA...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    1 week ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd TA MPC Recruitment Group EC Full time

    Purpose of the Role: Handle the day-to-day processing of transactions as well as month-end functions of balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns and intercompany invoicing. This role will support the Financial Manager and Management. The role will include the month-end processing for various companies. Qualifications & Experience: University Accounting...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    1 week ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Full time

    Purpose of the Role:Handle the day-to-day processing of transactions as well as month-end functions of balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns and intercompany invoicing. This role will support the Financial Manager and Management.The role will include the month-end processing for various companies.Qualifications & Experience: University Accounting...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    1 week ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time

    Purpose of the Role:Handle the day-to-day processing of transactions as well as month-end functions of balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns and intercompany invoicing. This role will support the Financial Manager and Management.The role will include the month-end processing for various companies.Qualifications & Experience: University Accounting...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    3 weeks ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa RMG Recruitment Full time

    Purpose of the Role: Handle the day-to-day processing of transactions as well as month-end functions of balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns and intercompany invoicing. This role will support the Financial Manager and Management. The role will include the month-end processing for various companies. Key Responsibilities: Processing of monthly...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    3 weeks ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa RMG Recruitment (Pty) Ltd Full time

    Purpose of the Role:Handle the day-to-day processing of transactions as well as month-end functions of balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns and intercompany invoicing. This role will support the Financial Manager and Management.The role will include the month-end processing for various companies. Key Responsibilities: Processing of monthly creditors...

  • Senior Bookkeeper

    3 weeks ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time

    Purpose of the Role:Handle the day-to-day processing of transactions as well as month-end functions of balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns and intercompany invoicing. This role will support the Financial Manager and Management.The role will include the month-end processing for various companies. Key Responsibilities: Processing of monthly creditors...

  • Credit Controller

    1 month ago

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Full time

    CREDIT CONTROLLER- JOB SPEC Duties and Responsibilities:Collections (End-to End Process):Collections on outstanding accounts as per assigned aging report.Following protocol in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) when dealing with different account aging buckets.Receiving inbound calls/ensuring outbound quality call quota is reached...