Key responsibilities:

Processing of bank and other entries on behalf of clients in relevant financial software package.
Various reconciliations (Bank, Salaries, Loan accounts and Creditors) within allocated due dates.
Loading of creditor and other payments for approval / authorization by relevant parties.
Raising of debtor invoices where necessary.
Allocating of expenses in correct categories.
Maintenance of fixed asset register and reconciling the assets to the general ledger.
Ensure all financial expenses have the necessary supporting documentation.
Calculation, completion and submission of VAT201 returns. This includes preparing the reports necessary to communicate the VAT due to relevant client.
Filing of all supporting documents monthly.
Generate management reports for review by Accounting Manager.
Preparation of trial balance suitable for compilation of annual financial statements as well as work to be performed by auditors.
Process weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payroll.
Submission of EMP201 returns.
Calculation and submission of bi-annual EMP501 returns as well as the annual generation of IRP5 returns.
Calculation and submission of annual COIDA returns.
Completion of Income Tax returns for individuals and other juristic entities.
This role has no direct reports.
This role reports to the Accounting Manager.
Understand and adhere to all company Policies & Procedures.
Perform any other reasonable task required by the company.

Key requirements:

Tertiary degree/diploma/certificate in Finance/Accounting.
Experience working on Xero & Simplepay would be advantageous.
Attention to detail.
Deadline driven.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Eager to learn and be able to grasp new concept quickly.
Planning & prioritization skills.
Team player.
Must have a valid drivers license and own transport to travel to and from clients as required.