About the role

Are you ready to kickstart your accounting career with a top mid-tier firm in the UK? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic, driven, and ambitious individual to join their prestigious Business Services team, based in South Africa. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, develop essential accounting skills, and work in a supportive, fast-paced environment!

Location: Hybrid role based at our Johannesburg Office (Rivonia).

Contract: 12-month contract, renewable annually.

What will the role entail?

• Diverse Client Portfolio: Manage a range of clients, including small to medium-sized privately owned limited companies, LLPs, partnerships, and sole traders.
• Accounts Preparation: Prepare accounts from your client portfolio within specified budget timescales, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Bookkeeping: Handle financial transaction recording, maintain general ledgers, and perform account reconciliations.
• VAT Returns: Prepare and submit VAT returns efficiently.
• Management Accounts: Prepare and present management accounts to support client business strategies.
• Client Interaction: Build strong client relationships, delivering exceptional service and addressing their accounting needs.
• Continuous Learning: Engage in training sessions and professional development to sharpen your accounting knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• Educational Qualification: A completed degree in Accounting, Management Accounting, Finance, or a related field is essential.
• Experience: Previous experience in bookkeeping and a solid understanding of full-function bookkeeping. Accounting experience through work or an assistant position is highly desirable.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Mindset: A proactive learner with a passion for growth in the accounting profession.

This role is your gateway to honing your skills and making a substantial impact in a leading firm. If you're passionate about accounting and eager to embrace new challenges, apply now and become an integral part of a team that values your development and success!