Senior Accountant at Helderberg Personnel

Key Performance Area (KPA)
Financial Statements


Compilation and review of annual financial statements
Record keeping of working paper files


Accounting processing and financial reporting


Monthly processing of bank statements, supplier and customer capturing reconciliations


VAT Management


VAT calculations, reconciliations and submission to SARS


Income Tax returns


Submission of Annual Income tax and Provisional tax returns for Companies, Individuals and Trusts


SARS Compliance


Ensure all SARS correspondence is attended to in a professional and timeous manner


Competencies and abilities


Cognitive ability to learn and understand quickly
Interpersonal skills: such as telephone skills, communication skills, active listening, and customer care
Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Ability to forge strong, long-lasting relationships with team members and clients
Ability to creatively explain and present complex concepts in an easy-to-understand manner
Proficient with general office applications
Skill in preparing written communications and materials
Accounting, Financial Statements and Income Tax experience essential
Problem solving skills essential
Attention to Detail


Qualification and experience


Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Professional membership with accounting body (SAIPA / SAICA / SAIBA)
Computer literate (Microsoft - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Digital accounting l systems experience (Xero)
Caseware Working papers experience essential
Experienced with digital communication systems, i.e. Teams, Zoom
Good communication and time management skills
Experience in a professional accounting practice/firm (minimum of 5 years' experience)