Senior Executive - Accounting

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a portfolio of clients.
• Preparation and review of management accounts and tax returns.
• Preparation and review of monthly VAT returns and VAT recapitulative statements.
• Preparation and review of tax returns.
• Liaising with the auditors.
• Develop the technical ability and mentor junior accountants.
• Effective task delegation to junior accountants and review of work to ensure quality control.
• Meeting with clients forming part of the assigned portfolio and attending to clients requests and queries.

What are we looking for?

Qualifications

• A full qualification in accounting or close to completing a university degree at master`s level in Accounting, ACA or ACCA.

Experience

• At least 2 years experience in a client accounting role

Key Requirements

• Have a sound knowledge of the IFRS and GAPSME reporting standards as well as the Income Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act
• Conversant with standard software packages, proficient in MS Excel and be ready to learn company-specific software if required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work with a team and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritise and deliver within tight time frames.
• Have an interest to be exposed to payroll, tax returns and tax computations.