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Empower TalentWorkFromHome, Gauteng, South Africa
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Job description

Job Title : Accountant – Tax Accounting Practice

Location : Roodepoort, Johannesburg (Hybrid : 2–3 days per week in-office)

Employment Type : Permanent

Salary : Market-related (R30,000 – R45,000 per month, depending on experience)

Gender Requirement : Female (as per client preference)

About the Role

A well-established tax and accounting practice based in Roodepoort is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate will be confident in managing a full client portfolio independently and ensuring accuracy and compliance across all accounting and tax functions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform complete bookkeeping from source documents to trial balance and annual financial statements (AFS) in compliance with IFRS for SMEs.
  • Prepare and submit VAT201 returns accurately and timeously via SARS eFiling.
  • Reconcile bank statements, debtors, creditors, and inter-company loan accounts.
  • Manage payroll processing, including EMP201 submissions and issuing IRP5 / IT3(a) certificates.
  • Assist with tax compliance, including provisional tax calculations and ITR14 submissions.
  • Ensure all client deliverables are accurate, compliant, and submitted within deadlines.
  • Liaise with clients professionally to resolve queries and provide accounting support.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3–5 years’ proven experience as a Senior Accountant within an accounting or tax practice.
  • Proficient in accounting software including Sage (50 / One / Pastel), Xero, and QuickBooks.
  • Strong working knowledge of SARS eFiling and tax submission processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
  • Female candidates preferred (as per client request).

    • Working Arrangement

  • Hybrid Role : 2–3 days per week required in-office (Roodepoort).
  • Flexible working environment promoting autonomy and work‑life balance.

    • Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their CV by 19 / 11 / 2025.

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