Vereeniging: SAIPA / SAICA Clerk posted by Midvaal Recruitment

About the Role

A SAIPA (South African Institute of Professional Accountants) or SAICA (South African Institute of Chartered Accountants) clerk is a trainee accountant working towards a professional accounting designation. They perform various accounting and financial tasks under supervision to gain practical experience and fulfill training requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting and Bookkeeping:
• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare journals, ledgers, and trial balances.
• Assist with the preparation and posting of general ledger entries.
• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Reconcile bank statements and perform month-end close activities.

• Financial Reporting:
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and other regulatory frameworks.
• Assist with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis as required.

• Auditing Support:
• Participate in audit engagements under the guidance of a senior accountant or auditor.
• Collect, organize, and analyze financial data for audits.
• Perform compliance checks to verify adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.

• Taxation:
• Assist with the preparation and submission of VAT, PAYE, and other tax returns.
• Stay informed on changes in tax regulations and assist with tax compliance activities.
• Respond to SARS (South African Revenue Service) inquiries and manage correspondence.

• Client Liaison and Advisory:
• Communicate with clients to obtain necessary information and resolve queries.
• Provide basic advisory support on accounting, tax, and compliance issues under supervision.

• Administrative Duties:
• Maintain organized records and documentation of all financial transactions.
• Prepare and file documents in compliance with company policies.
• Assist with other ad hoc duties as needed within the accounting department.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Professional Training: Enrollment or intent to enroll in SAIPA/SAICA articles.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Pastel, QuickBooks, CaseWare) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, time management, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Basic understanding of South African tax laws, IFRS, and GAAP.

Qualifications

No formal qualifications are required for this role.