Accountant (Taxation & Compliance

Two Roads Trading

Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 4-5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are looking for a comprehensive accounting taxation and compliance support individuals who can independently manage day-to-day financial operations ensuring accurate reporting and maintaining compliance with statutory requirements. The incumbent will support the CEO in tax-related matters and collaborate closely with the Finance team and External Auditors to ensure efficient financial management and decision-making across the organization.

Primary responsibilities of the role

Maintain the general ledger process journal entries and perform monthly reconciliations.
Prepare and review management accounts financial schedules and supporting reports.
Assist the CEO in preparing reviewing and submitting VAT PAYE and corporate income tax returns in line with legislative requirements.
Assist the CEO in preparing reviewing and submitting Department of Labour returns manage transformation related matters (BBBEE) Information regulator and FICA compliance in line with legislative requirements.
Conduct tax reconciliations ensure accurate records and highlight areas of risk or discrepancy.
Develop efficient legal tax saving strategies and advise management accordingly.
Support month-end and year-end closing processes including reconciliations and financial schedules.
Maintain proper filing of financial tax and compliance records for audit and compliance purposes.
Support statutory audit processes by preparing audit schedules and responding to auditor queries.
Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP standards company policies and regulatory frameworks.
Collaborate with the Finance team on budgeting forecasting and cash flow management.
Assist with internal controls and process improvements to enhance financial accuracy and efficiency.
Provide ad hoc financial tax analysis and administrative functions to support business decisions and management reporting.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in accounting Finance Taxation or related field or equivalent qualification.
Professional certification towards (SAIPA CIBA SAICA CIMA or equivalent) advantageous or in progress.
15 years relevant accounting and taxation experience with exposure to taxation and compliance.
Proven experience with financial reporting reconciliations and tax compliance.
Proficiency in accounting systems and strong MS Excel skills.

Desired skills and competencies

Solid understanding of taxation legislation (VAT PAYE corporate income tax) and accounting standards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of accounting processes while collaborating within a team.
Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet tight deadlines.
High integrity professional judgment and a commitment to confidentiality.
Effective communication skills for engaging with the Finance team Tax Compliance Manager auditors and external stakeholders.

Required Skills:

Bachelors degree in accounting Finance Taxation or related field or equivalent qualification. Professional certification towards (SAIPA CIBA SAICA CIMA or equivalent) advantageous or in progress. 15 years relevant accounting and taxation experience with exposure to taxation and compliance. Proven experience with financial reporting reconciliations and tax compliance. Proficiency in accounting systems and strong MS Excel skills.

Required Education:

Bachelors degree in accounting Finance Taxation or related field or equivalent qualification.