Accountant - Johannesburg

Shift Pursuit Pty Ltd

A well-established accounting and tax practice is seeking an Accountant to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to broaden their expertise while gaining valuable exposure to both South African and United Kingdom accounting, tax, and compliance within a diverse client portfolio that includes high-net-worth individuals, SMEs, and multinational businesses.

  • Managing monthly accounting for trusts, holding companies, and operating entities
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns accurately and on time
  • Assisting with monthly payroll processing and bi-annual SARS submissions
  • Preparing Annual Financial Statements (AFS)
  • Compiling income tax computations and supporting tax compliance activities
  • Preparing annual resolutions as part of the AFS sign-off process
  • Managing Companies House filings for UK entities
  • Assisting with client onboarding processes and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering high-quality service
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
  • Previous experience within an accounting or tax practice environment
  • Strong knowledge of South African accounting principles and tax legislation
  • Experience preparing Annual Financial Statements and tax computations
  • Payroll and VAT experience will be advantageous
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple client portfolios and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Eagerness to develop knowledge of both South African and UK accounting and compliance

If you meet the requirements, don’t miss out on this chance to advance your career. Apply online or send your CV to ***email_hidden***.

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Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.