Accountant Manager

Reference: 11034 CDS
Consultant: Carina de Swardt

Job Description:

• Manage and lead a team of approximately 8 staff members
• Oversee day-to-day accounting and processing activities
• Monitor time and attendance of the team
• Handle labour-related matters and staff concerns
• Ensure accuracy and regular updates of master sheets
• Meet and onboard new clients, maintaining strong relationships
• Support and guide accountants and administrative staff
• Review and verify Trial Balances and General Ledger entries (journals, corrections, provisions, etc.)
• Manage client portfolios across the team
• Identify training needs and implement development initiatives
• Act as a SAIPA Training Officer
• Review and sign off on Annual Financial Statements in line with IFRS
• Review and authorise all tax submissions (Trusts, Individuals, Companies, Provisional Tax, etc.)
• Perform tax calculations and independent reviews
• Manage SARS-related matters, including:
  • E-filing submissions
  • Audits
  • Disputes

Qualifications:

• SAIPA registered (non-negotiable)
• Minimum of 5+ years’ accounting experience
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Extensive experience working with Trusts (highly advantageous)
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and financial statement preparation
• Strong experience with SARS processes, e-filing, audits, and disputes
• Ability to manage multiple client portfolios effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

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