SAIPA Graduate Accountant, Pretoria

Our client is searching for a SAIPA Graduate Accountant to join their team in Menlo Park.

Vacancy for:

• SAIPA Graduate Accountant: A candidate who has recently completed their SAIPA training contract with a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors

Job description: Benefits and requirements

• Position: Client Services Accountant: SAIPA Graduate
• Financial benefits:
  • Starting salary:
    • R22,500 per month, R270,000 per annum, if candidate has completed a SAIPA training contract with a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors and has completed a SAIPA accredited Bachelor in Commerce degree
    • Negotiable if SAIPA accredited Bachelor in Commerce degree not yet completed
  • Participation in the comany Accounting performance bonus scheme: Details to be provided at the commencement of the employment contract
  • Study leave for exam preparation and support
• Location: Menlo Park, Pretoria:
  • Flexible in-office working arrangements (No remote working).
  • Mentorship and support from experienced Chartered Accountants
  • Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients.
• Study requirements:
  • Completion of a SAIPA accredited Bachelor in Commerce degree, or
  • At an advanced stage of completion of a SAIPA accredited Bachelor in Commerce degree
• Work requirement:
  • Preference will be given to candidates who have recently completed their SAIPA training contracts at a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors
  • Candidates must have advanced caseware experience

Duties and responsibilities:

• Working under the guidance of experienced Chartered Accountants / SAIPA Professional Accountants / Registered Auditors
• Hands on working environment with active participation in all aspects of rendering services to clients
• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements, management accounts, and tax returns
• Conducting audits and assurance engagements in compliance with auditing standards
• Participating in client meetings and liaising with clients on financial matters
• Developing a strong understanding of accounting principles, tax laws, and auditing procedures
• Keeping up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices
• Working collaboratively with team members to deliver high-quality services to clients

All applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• Proficient in English - read, write and speak, and basic Afrikaans
• Strong academic record: Applicants with a poor academic record will not be considered
• Fully computer literate with advanced experience in Caseware, tax software, MS Office, accounting programs and efiling
• Resident in Pretoria or be willing to relocate to Pretoria, or be within reasonable travelling distance of Pretoria for daily commuting to the office in Menlo Park, Oretoria