Accountant

Posted 2 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in ZAF
Remote
Mid level
Agency • HR Tech • Professional Services
The Role
Manage end-to-end accounting for a portfolio of clients, including bookkeeping, trial balance reviews, financial statements, tax returns, payroll, statutory compliance, audit support, and client guidance. The role also implements accounting software and workflow improvements, documents processes, and trains clients and colleagues on systems and expectations.
Summary Generated by Built In

This is a remote position.

This full-time remote Accountant role drives client compliance, accuracy, and process enhancement across a portfolio of growing businesses. Working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, the position delivers plain-language financial guidance, helping clients make informed decisions and maintain total regulatory adherence.

The role focuses on taking full ownership of end-to-end accounting, managing client relationships, and implementing systems that improve operational efficiency. From comprehensive tax submissions to reviewing trial balances and compiling statutory reports, you will ensure accounting standards and service obligations are met.

Key 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 all 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.



Benefits

Benefits and Culture

  • Flexible remote working structure with no daily commute.

  • Professional development support and career growth encouragement.

  • Culture centred on kindness, mutual support, teamwork, and knowledge sharing.

  • Access to modern cloud accounting software and automated operational tools.


Skills Required

  • Completed degree or equivalent qualification in accounting
  • At least 3 years of experience 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 program with SAICA, SAIPA, SAIT, ACCA, CIMA, or another recognized governing body
  • Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax, individual tax, provisional tax, VAT, PAYE, customs, international tax issues, and cryptocurrency taxation
  • High proficiency with SARS eFiling
  • Reliable laptop suitable for professional use
  • Stable internet connection supporting video conferencing
  • Experience with Xero, Dext, Expensify, and SimplePay
  • Ability to research, compare, and implement operational software solutions
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The Company

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RecruitMyMom is a South African recruitment agency specializing in placing skilled women, particularly professional mothers, in permanent, contract, freelance, and fractional roles. They connect local and global businesses with top-tier talent and focus on the economic empowerment of women.

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