Account Manager

Roles and Responsibilities

Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Account Manager who excels in maintaining accurate client accounting records, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and building strong client relationships.
As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing a team of trainees, and delivering high-quality financial services to meet our clients' needs.
With your expertise in financial reporting, compliance, and client management, you will play a vital role in the success and growth of our practice.
With our profit-sharing incentive program, you will have the opportunity to earn significant rewards based on your outstanding performance and commitment to achieving our shared goals.
If you love working with business owners, providing them with practical solutions to their finance and business challenges, then join our dynamic team and be part of a practice that rewards performance and dedication.

Key Responsibilities
The Account Manager’s key responsibilities include:
Maintain accurate and high-quality client accounting records, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and reporting standards.
Manage a team of trainees or associates, providing guidance, mentoring, and planning their work assignments to optimize efficiency and productivity.
Prepare monthly management accounts, analyzing financial data and providing valuable insights to clients for informed decision-making.
Compile Annual Financial Statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Prepare and submit various tax returns, including income tax, provisional tax, dividends tax, and ensure compliance with all tax-related obligations. Handle all SARS queries and responses, effectively communicating with tax authorities to address client-specific issues and resolve any tax-related concerns.
Maintain compliance with all training requirements, staying up-to-date with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and industry regulations.
Nurture and enhance relationships with existing clients, identifying opportunities to expand the portfolio through outstanding client service and strong relationship management. Ensure that all work is completed within established budgets and deadlines, managing client expectations and delivering services of the highest quality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as auditors and tax consultants, to provide comprehensive financial solutions to clients.

Skills, Competencies & Minimum Criteria:
Proven experience as an Account Manager or similar role in an accounting or auditing practice.
Qualified accountant or similar professional designation (SAIPA, SAIBA, SAICA or CIMA).
Experience in managing a team and planning their work assignments to meet objectives and deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Proactive approach to work, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong ownership mindset, focused on client satisfaction.

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