JSE AccountingAccountant
Apr. 2019Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaManage full accounting functions for a diverse SME client portfolio across multiple industries. Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow reports, and variance analyses. Draft trial balances and Annual Financial Statements. Perform VAT calculations and submissions, PAYE reconciliations, and EMP201/EMP501 filings. Assist with company, trust, and individual tax returns, with limited exposure to SARS objections. Maintain fixed asset registers and year-end journals. Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Facilitated full system migrations from Pastel and Sage to Xero and Dext, including: Client onboarding and data migration Process redesign aligned with accounting standards Staff and client training on new systems Ongoing support and quality control Played a key role in improving compliance and reporting accuracy for major clients, including Insulated Door Systems CC. Mentor junior staff and provide ongoing training on accounting principles and best practices. Systems used: Pastel, Sage, Xero, Dext, QuickBooks, CaseWare, Excel, SARS eFiling