Senior Tax Accountant - German Speaker

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Durbanville, City of Cape Town, Western Cape
Mid level
Financial Services
The Role
The Senior Tax Accountant will lead statutory compliance tasks, prepare financial statements, handle US GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliations, coordinate with auditors and consultants, and assist in various accounting and tax projects. The role includes mentoring junior staff and ensuring smooth operations within the team.
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We are looking for a skilled Statutory Compliance Team Lead to prepare the financial statements, US GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliations for companies of our global client in EMEA. If you are looking for an interesting, challenging, and demanding position to further your career then this is the job for you.

We will trust you to:

  • Prepare monthly tasks such as VAT, Intrastat report, Payroll, Balance sheet recons, SOX binders;
  • Prepare the year-end financial close activities (US GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliations, Local GAAP financial statements drafting);
  • Contact with the auditors for the preparation of the PBC list;
  • Contact with the external consultants for the preparation of annual CIT questionnaires;
  • Assist with ad-hoc accounting, tax and finance projects;
  • Support the team leader in order to achieve a smooth operation of all transaction parts and monthly reporting;
  • Provide guidance to junior staff and assist with mentoring staff to meet all client deadlines.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics;
  • 3 – 5 years’ experience in accounting & taxation;
  • Good MS Office skills, especially in using Excel;
  • Fluency in English and German language (written and verbal skills);
  • Good knowledge of Accounting Principles and Taxation;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Good communication skills with proactive, supportive and positive approach;
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks;
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
  • SAP ERP knowledge is required;
  • SSC environment would be a key asset.
  • Experience working with German Tax authorities.
Benefits
  • Gross remuneration structure
  • 15 days PTO + 10 paid study leave days (leave increases each year)
  • Annual CA(SA) fee covered (if applicable)
  • Internet Allowance
  • Hybrid working model
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • International business exposure (offices across seven countries)
  • Stimulating, fast-paced work environment with structured opportunities for professional growth/development
  • Mentoring by Senior Leadership

About CKH:

Why CKH is the best choice?

CKH is a boutique accounting & financial services firm that provides local expertise aided by global experience. We have a presence in Atlanta, South Africa, Ukraine, Poland, Azerbaijan, Spain, and Greece.

Our tree logo is representative of CKH’s ideals:

  1. The roots of the tree remind us to stay grounded and humble.
  2. The trunk represents the support we have for each other, making our team strong. But we also like to shake the tree!
  3. Churning up new ideas and positive change as the world around us grows.
  4. The fruit our tree grows reminds us to never stop growing, producing the best quality service for our clients.
  5. The treetop helps us reach higher, always stretching to new heights and goals.

Top Skills

Excel
MS Office
Sap Erp
The Company
HQ: Atlanta, GA
148 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2003

What We Do

CKH Group is a CPA-led business advisory firm. We offer innovative financial solutions to individuals and corporations, both public and private. We specialize in the following services: Advisory & Consulting, Business Process Solution, US Taxes, International Taxes, Assurance, and Accounting.

Our staff members are strategically located in the United States, Europe and Africa in order to be immediately responsive to the international needs of our clients, not only through in-house resources but also through access to leading technical experts. Our people thoughtfully engage with our clients and their challenges in a true effort of collaboration that results in long-term client relationships.

Our Mission: To be the global accounting company most admired for its people whose innovative thinking inspires clients to succeed beyond their expectations.

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