Assistant Manager - Accounting

• Overseeing the Accounting department.
• A University degree in accounting or ACCA or ACA qualified
• At least 4 years' experience in a client accounting role

• Overseeing the Accounting department and ensuring that all major projects are completed accurately on time.
• Planning, prioritising, and resourcing for the successful completion of daily tasks and projects.
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with clients while fostering open communication to manage expectations and meet deadlines.
• Developing staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Assisting in the formulation of professional development and educational plans for members of staff.
• Providing technical training to junior members of staff.
• Establishing and enforcing proper Accounting and Tax methodology, policies, and principles.
• Assisting the Manager to identify inefficiencies in workflow, and implementing new processes and procedures to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.  

Experience:
At least 4 years’ experience in a client accounting role
Key Requirements:
▪ Capable of managing a team, inspiring, mentoring, and supervising team members to meet demanding deadlines.
▪ Ability to work with a team and possess strong interpersonal skills.
▪ Have a strong knowledge of the IFRS and GAPSME reporting standards as well as the Income Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act
▪ Conversant with standard software packages, proficient in MS Excel and be ready to learn company-specific software if required.
▪ Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
▪ A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
▪ Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
▪ Ability to prioritise and deliver within tight time frames.
▪ Knowledge in taxation and/or liquidations will be considered an asset.