Accountant – Client Manager - Staff Solutions
George, Western Cape 6 days ago Permanent Salary - Market Related
Accountant – Client Manager
Staff Solutions
George, Western Cape
Date Created : 6 days ago
Job Type : Permanent
Salary : Market Related
The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in accounting, strong leadership abilities, and proven multitasking skills. This role requires someone capable of managing and strengthening existing client relationships, while also developing new business opportunities. A confident, approachable, and trustworthy demeanor is essential to succeed in this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accounting , Processing and reconciliations:
- Daily accounting operations, including processing transactions and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations.
- Reconcile subledgers to the general ledger and resolve any discrepancies.
- Maintain and reconcile fixed assets registers and inventory reports.
- Manage and reconcile intercompany loans.
- Financial Statements:
- Draft and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Structures and tax planning:
- Ability to consult and advise on best corporate structures and succession/estate planning for groups
- Tax planning and advisory on best practices, proactive planning for each milestone tax event.
- Tax Administration:
- Handle tax administration for clients, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
- Year-End and Month-End Close:
- Monitor timelines for month-end close activities and ensure timely completion.
- Oversee onboarding activities for new clients and staff.
- Working Papers:
- Review working papers for accuracy and completeness.
- Training and Development:
- Facilitate software and process training for external clients.
- Develop and update training materials to ensure client standards are met and maintained.
- Provide accounting and tax software training and support
- Full understanding of IT software used by the department
- Training and support to the clients of the software used by the department
- External Engagement:
- Engage with clients and team to align and meet delivery expectations.
- Client engagement – presenting reports, structure planning, estate planning, compilations, integrated reports and general client meetings
- Networking within the industry to leverage opportunities
- Project Management:
- Lead and manage accounting projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Perform team leader duties, including performance management, recruiting, and team capacity planning.
- Standard Operating Procedures:
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures for the division.
- Team Management:
- Manage the growing accounting team, setting performance targets and conducting performance reviews.
- Time management
- Foster a positive and productive team environment.
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Proven experience in accounting and team leadership roles.
- Proficiency in accounting and tax software.
- Excellent team leadership and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven track record in growing and maintaining good client relationships
- Fully bilingual – Afrikaans and English
- Competitive salary and benefits package, with profit-share incentive.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
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