Accountant

Overview

Full-time remote Accountant role supporting client compliance, reporting accuracy, and continuous process improvement across a portfolio of growing businesses. This position provides plain-language financial guidance to help clients make informed decisions while maintaining regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review trial balances against supporting evidence to ensure accurate, reliable reporting and system integrity.
• Execute, manage, and oversee client bookkeeping responsibilities in accordance with established quality standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for a client portfolio, providing tailored accounting guidance, software support, and clear communication.
• Prepare annual financial statements aligned with applicable reporting frameworks and required assurance levels.
• Manage statutory compliance across SARS, CIPC, the Companies Act, and other applicable legislation to ensure obligations are met on time.
• Handle eFiling administration and compile complete, well-referenced audit packs in response to SARS audits.
• Prepare and submit income tax returns for individuals and companies, provisional tax, VAT, PAYE, and registrations.
• Oversee full payroll processing, leave administration, and contract interpretations.
• Evaluate, research, and implement software and automated tools to improve client operational processes and workflows.
• Document operational systems and processes to ensure smooth adoption across team members and clients.
• Provide patient, structured training to clients and colleagues on accounting software, systems, and workflow expectations.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Completed degree or equivalent qualification in accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an accountant reviewing accounts, preparing financial reports, drafting annual financial statements, and submitting tax returns across all tax types.
• Active membership (or active enrollment in an accreditation programme) with a recognised governing body such as SAICA, SAIPA, SAIT, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Strong technical knowledge across all tax types, including corporate tax, individual tax, provisional tax, VAT, PAYE, customs, international tax issues, and crypto.
• High level of proficiency with SARS eFiling.
• Reliable laptop suitable for professional use and a stable internet connection supporting video conferencing.

Desirable Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to research, compare, and implement operational software solutions.

Required Software Skills

• Experience with cloud-based accounting platforms, specifically Xero, Dext, Expensify, and SimplePay.
• SARS eFiling.

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible remote working structure with no daily commute.
• Professional development support and career growth encouragement.
• Access to modern cloud accounting software and automated operational tools.

Location

Remote