Duties, but not limited to:Accounting & Reconciliations- Ensure bank accounts are reconciled to bank statements.
- Load and reconcile investment account transactions across the various companies.
- Load trust bank account transactions.
- Reconcile asset and liability general ledger accounts to supporting documentation.
- Prepare and post journals and adjustments, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and bad debt write-offs.
- Ensure accurate accounting records and zero unexplained suspense balances.
- Maintain accurate and properly backed-up financial documentation.
Tax & SARS Compliance- Check VAT calculations and reconcile VAT to the General Ledger.
- Check and authorise VAT and PAYE submissions.
- Ensure EMP201 and EMP501 submissions are completed accurately and on time.
- Prepare and submit provisional tax calculations and returns.
- Prepare and submit relevant SARS returns, including ITR14, ITR12T and ITR12.
- Prepare DTR01 and DTR02 for dividend tax payments.
- Monitor SARS Statements of Account for VAT, PAYE and provisional/company income tax.
- Manage SARS verification requests and prepare responses for review.
- Assist with objections and requests for remission when required.
- Manage SARS eFiling user roles, access levels, security and tax-type permissions.
Annual Financial Statements & Audit- Prepare Annual Financial Statement drafts for 11 companies and 3 trusts using existing templates.
- Populate AFS templates using information from the accounting system.
- Submit completed drafts to Maria for review.
- Liaise with auditors during the review process.
- Review auditor drafts and identify any discrepancies or issues.
- Liaise with Maria regarding amendments and queries.
- Coordinate the finalisation and signing of Annual Financial Statements.
Corporate Compliance- Prepare required secretarial documentation relating to Annual Financial Statements, Annual General Meetings and directors' resolutions.
- Ensure CIPC Beneficial Ownership submissions are completed annually.
- Ensure CIPC Annual Returns are submitted within the required deadlines.
- Liaise with the external secretarial company regarding trust-related matters.
General- Maintain clear and structured accounting and tax workflows.
- Keep financial and statutory records accurate and up to date.
- Report problems or discrepancies immediately.
- Maintain strict confidentiality when handling financial and company information.
- Stay informed of relevant South African tax and compliance changes.
- Work closely with Maria and the Financial Manager as required.
SystemsThe successful candidate will work with:
- SARS eFiling proficiency required
- SAGE Payroll proficiency required
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams
- Quicken training will be provided
- Internal property invoicing system training will be provided
- Microsoft Access advantageous
- Online banking platforms including FNB, Nedbank, ABSA and Standard Bank
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted