Accountant

Our client is a multidisciplinary financial and technology advisory business supporting owner-led organisations across accounting, financial advisory, technology, fintech and investment.

The business takes a practical, hands-on approach to client service. Rather than operating as a traditional accounting practice where individuals are limited to one narrow area, the team works closely with clients across accounting, reporting, compliance, systems and operational finance.

The East London office includes accountants, bookkeepers, payroll support, financial advisers and administrative staff, supported by broader specialist capability across the group.

The Role

Our client is looking for an experienced

Accountant

who can work across the full accounting lifecycle and take ownership of a portfolio of client requirements.

This is not a pure bookkeeping or processing position.

The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing accounting work, preparing and reviewing financial statements, supporting SARS and statutory matters, assisting with management reporting and providing technical guidance to the wider accounting team.

You will also work directly with clients and may be involved in onboarding new businesses, understanding their accounting requirements, improving financial processes and supporting accounting or ERP system changes.

This role is ideally suited to someone who has completed accounting articles and developed broad exposure within a small or mid-sized accounting practice.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and compile annual financial statements.

Review financial statements for accuracy and completeness.

Review bookkeeping and accounting work completed by junior team members.

Assess the integrity and accuracy of underlying financial data.

Provide guidance on complex accounting treatments and transactions.

Prepare and review management accounts.

Liaise directly with clients regarding accounting and financial matters.

Communicate with SARS and assist with SARS-related queries.

Support VAT, income tax, PAYE and EMP-related requirements.

Assist with SARS dispute-resolution matters where required.

Support payroll and statutory compliance processes.

Assist with Workmen's Compensation / Compensation Fund matters where required.

Participate in onboarding new clients and defining accounting requirements.

Support accounting-system and ERP migrations....