Professional Accountant

About

A boutique accounting firm focused on servicing substantial international clientele are looking for a qualified Professional Accountant to join their team. In this role you will manage your own portfolio of clients across outsourced accounting, tax, and payroll. This is an ideal opportunity for a practical accountant seeking broad exposure and real responsibility.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of a portfolio of outsourced accounting clients across multiple industries
• Prepare complete accounting records from source documents through to trial balance
• Process and review journals, reconciliations, and month‑end close activities
• Prepare annual financial statements in line with relevant standards
• Handle payroll processing, PAYE, VAT, and other statutory submissions
• Manage and review client tax compliance and liaise with external tax authorities where required
• Respond to technical queries from external auditors and reviewers
• Ensure accuracy, speed, and attention to detail across all client deliverables
• Work closely with senior management on complex accounting issues
• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff and future trainees
• Engage with clients professionally across different industries and cultures
• Operate independently while contributing positively to a small, high‑performance team

Skills & Experience

• Strong hands‑on accounting experience in an outsourced or professional services environment
• Proven ability to prepare full sets of accounts and financial statements independently
• Sound working knowledge of VAT, PAYE, payroll, and basic tax compliance
• High attention to detail with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
• Confident working independently while managing multiple client deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client‑focused approach
• Completed SAIPA articles and eligible to register PA(SA)

Qualification

• SAIPA‑accredited articles completed and signed off OR recently registered Professional Accountant

Package & Remuneration

R 300 000 - R 360 000 - Annually