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Accountant, Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting

Job in East London, 5201, South Africa
Listing for: Prudent HR Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-03
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting
  • Finance & Banking
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting
Job Description & How to Apply Below

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our client’s dynamic accounting team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, preparing financial statements, ensuring tax compliance, and overseeing accounting processes from start to finish. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who values accuracy, integrity, and client service excellence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage junior staff and review their work
  • Prepare Annual Financial Statements and Management Accounts for all entity types
  • Handle full bookkeeping function from cashbook to trial balance
  • Reconcile customers, suppliers and general ledger accounts
  • Calculate and submit VAT, EMP, and Workmans Compensation
  • Prepare and submit tax returns for companies, CCs, individuals and trusts
  • Handle provisional tax and SARS correspondence including VAT audits
  • Manage CIPC annual returns and company registrations
  • Liaise directly with clients ensuring strong relationships and quality service delivery
Core Competencies
  • Self‑driven with strong time management skills
  • Excellent communication (English & Afrikaans)
  • High attention to detail, responsibility and accountability
  • Professional integrity and reliability
  • Neat, organised and client‑focused
Additional Information
  • Working hours:

    08:00 – 16:30 (Monday to Friday)
  • Own vehicle required; occasional travel may be necessary
  • Laptop and required software provided
How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take the next step in your accounting career, apply now via our Job Portal.

Requirements
  • Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree completed
  • Completed Articles
  • SAIPA / CA(SA) / AGA(SA) registration (essential)
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar accounting role
  • Advanced knowledge of Income Tax and VAT legislation
  • Proficiency in Draft Worx, Sage One, Xero, Syft and Microsoft Office Suite
Required Skills
  • Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree completed
  • Completed Articles
  • SAIPA / CA(SA) / AGA(SA) registration (essential)
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar accounting role
  • Advanced knowledge of Income Tax and VAT legislation
  • Proficiency in Draft Worx, Sage One, Xero, Syft and Microsoft Office Suite
Required Education
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
Key Skills
  • Internal Audit, Accounting, Tally, General Ledger Accounting, External Audit
  • Microsoft Excel, PMP, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Payroll, Financial Reconciliation
  • Financial Statement, Accounting and Finance, ACCA, CPA, Financial Reporting
Employment Details
  • Employment type:

    Full Time
  • Vacancy: 1
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