Somerset West: Junior Trust Accountant posted by Merand Corbett & Associates

Key Responsibilities

1. Preparation of Financial Statements (Trusts & Companies)

• Prepare complete financial statements for Trusts (and limited companies)
• Process bank statements using Excel templates
• Process investment cash accounts and compile investment schedules
• Calculate loan interest where applicable
• Reconcile the company’s Management fees
• Review resolutions, agreements, and supporting documentation
• Liaise with Administrators for supporting records and documents
• Populate Trial Balances on Excel and transfer figures into Draftworx
• Check and verify financial statement PDFs before submission for review

2. Reporting and Progress Tracking

• Report on outstanding information required to finalize financial statements
• Update client tickets with progress and query notes
• Generate weekly WIP and pending sign-off/tax return reports

3. Client and Administrator Support

• Resolve financial statement-related queries
• Prepare interest calculations upon request and submit for review before release
• Respond promptly to additional financial information requests

4. Follow-Ups and Deadlines

• Maintain consistent follow-ups on outstanding client information and documentation
• Ensure all deliverables are met within required timelines

5. Timekeeping and Reporting

• Accurately complete and submit weekly timesheets by COB Fridays

6. Tax Return Assistance (Trusts & Companies)

• Prepare and load DRAFT tax returns on MNS (not submit)
• Save DRAFT returns to server for review
• Create new entities on MNS and liaise with MRA for client detail updates

Qualifications & Experience

• A relevant financial qualification (e.g., BCom Accounting, Financial Management, or similar)
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in accounting, with exposure to Trusts preferred
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software such as Draftworx and MNS
• Strong reconciliation, reporting, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***