Trainee SAICA Accountant

SUMMARY:
Our client, operating in the Financial Sector, based in East London, is looking to employ a Trainee SAICA Accountant.

Candidates that are in their 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of articles are invited to apply.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• SAICA accredited completed accounting degree – applicable to SAICA learners.

• Managing client portfolios and monthly planning.
• Drafting financial statements.
• Tax planning.
• Occasional bookkeeping and VAT return submissions.
• Budgets and cashflow forecasts.
• Attending stock counts.
• Tax reconciliations (VAT, income, and payroll taxes).
• Submission of weekly admin reports.
• Tending to income tax correspondence.
• Working on audits within a team.

• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Be able to work under pressure on multiple jobs to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills with co-workers and clients.
• Willingness to learn and committed to self-development.
• Strong technical abilities.
• Ability to apply professional judgement.
• Ability to work with team members from diverse background.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.
• Practical thinking.