SAIPA Vacancies

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ETM Service Coordinator

Position ETM Service Coordinator
Department Education, Training and Membership
Reporting to: Senior Manager Membership
Contract Permanent
LOCATION Midrand

Key Purpose

To represent SAIPA and raise its profile with members and key external stakeholders.
To support Regional/District committees and deliver SAIPA strategy locally.
To support the implementation of member services at Region & District level to improve service to Members.
To support the implementation of member services at Regional & District level to improve communications with Members.
To support the delivery of a programme of activity, including communications, events and
seminars/webinars, to members and external stakeholders across the Region.
To support the running of national projects in line with project plans and expected deliverables.
To represent SAIPA and raise its profile with:

Members via all available communication channels
Key external stakeholders via National as well as District Association Committee
guidance/requirements
Delivering SAIPA strategy locally with the full understanding of the District Committees.
To support National Member Services to grow and retain members:

Provide support to the implementation of national member services initiatives at a District level to improve service
Distribute relevant information to members in consultation with the National Office
Assist with all functional areas as instructed by the National Office, including but not, limited to
Marketing, Finance, IT, Operations, ETM and TSD
To support the effective delivery of District and National programmes:

District and National programmes of activity, including communications, events and seminars/webinars to members and external stakeholders.
Nationally initiated projects in line with project plans and expected deliverable within the Region
Assist with any ad hoc duties relating to delivery of District and National programmes as and when required.
Provide support to District committees as defined in job profile and key performance achievements
To improve Member Satisfaction:

Proactively identify areas of members concerns that could affect service delivery to members
Liaise with Client Care and other departments to ensure that member concerns are dealt with and resolved
Educate members to log queries on CRM and effectively use CRM
Act as direct liaison between the SAIPA National office and Regions as required from time to time
To Provide Secretarial and Financial support to Regional/District Committees

Prepare vendor invoices for payment
Prepares and load member’s refunds
Import bank statements
Risk Management:

Assist in identifying the risk and potential risks associated with the role
Report all identified risks
Collaborate in mitigating against identified risks
STAKEHOLDERS RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

External

Manage relationships with external service providers and stakeholders ensuring they derive value from association and engagements with the Institute members and potential members
ATCs and prospective ATCs
Service providers
ABASA
Schools and Universities
Tax Ombudsman Office
Sponsors
South African Revenue Services (SARS)
Other Government Departments in consultation with TSD
Represent SAIPA at stakeholder functions as and when required in what capacity
Internal

Participate in key decisions as a member of the departmental team
Maintain in-depth relations with all staff of the Institute
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualification

Minimum qualification Level: Grade 12 +, Diploma in Marketing, PR, Events and Project
management or Relevant Recognized RPL qualification , with evidence of continuing learning
and development preferable
Experience

Demonstrable experience in communications, marketing and events, with strong communication (written, digital, verbal, creative), relationship management and budget management skills
Experience of developing and sustaining excellent relationships with stakeholders
Experience of raising sponsorship and working with sponsors/partners during event preparation
Practical and technical understanding of the legislative compliance requirements within the
education and professional environment
Knowledge

High quality organisational/project management skills – with ability to manage multiple complex
projects simultaneously
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office – PowerPoint, Outlook, Word and Excel
Excellent administrative skills – particularly identifying actions from verbal discussions and
progressing to completion.
Excellent negotiation, communication and engagement skills
Team-oriented approach, working across regional and central ICAEW teams
Self-starter and self-motivated with ability to work under own initiative
Confident, positive, can-do attitude – this is a client facing role that needs a professional,
enthusiastic, positive person capable of communicating at all levels and representing SAIPA
effectively
Overall knowledge of the accountancy profession (desirable), current affairs and regional
business
Current driver’s licence and access to a vehicle, with the flexibility in terms of working hours and
travel around the region to manage breakfast/evening events, where required

Closing Date: 21 March 2025

To apply, please send your CV to careers@saipa.co.za

Quality Assurance and Practise Review Manager

Job Description:

Navis is a mid-sized accounting practice based in Johannesburg typically provides a range of financial services to individuals, small businesses, and medium to large-sized enterprises and is looking for an Accountant to replace a long-standing employee who is immigrating. The role will consist of ensuring the complete accounting function and tax compliances.

Position:

• Quality Assurance and Practise Review Manager

Department:

• Education

Reporting to:

• Senior Manager: Standards

Location:

• Gauteng predominately Johannesburg

Type of Position:

• Remote with hours that are dedicated to client visits.

Position Outline and Responsibilities:

Annual Financial Statements

• Manage and oversee the preparation of financial statements in compliance with
  accounting principles and regulations.
• Meeting and discussion of AFS with client.

Monthly processing and Management Accounts

• Coordinate and complete the monthly/quarterly/year-end close process for
  management accounts preparation.
• Perform bookkeeping tasks, reconciliations of accounts, identify discrepancies, and
  implement corrective actions/ controls.
• Vat processing in compliance with the VAT Act.
• Payroll processing
• Identify process improvements and contribute to enhancing the efficiency of the firm’s
  operations.
• Analyse financial data and prepare reports for management and clients.
• Ad hoc reporting/ collection of data.

SARS and Tax compliance

• Prepare and submit income tax returns for tax for clients, including company and
  personal income tax returns.
• Prepare provisional tax returns for company and individuals.
• Submission of monthly VAT201, EMP201, EMP501 returns.
• Handling queries raised by SARS including objections, appeals to assessments, waivers
  of penalties/interest and suspension of payments.
• Registration for various tax types

CIPC and Other compliances

• Company registrations, deregistration, and amendments.
• Annual return compilation and submission
• UBO compilations and submission
• COIDA registration and submission of returns

Ad hoc 

• Assist with audits and other regulatory compliance matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Stay updated on accounting standards, tax regulations, and industry trends.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, ensuring satisfaction and ongoing
  business.
• Provide client support on financial, accounting, and tax-related issues, offering
  solutions and guidance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree /Diploma in Accounting and Taxation
• 3+ years of experience in an accounting practice.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Proficient in accounting and payroll software (e.g., CaseWare, QuickBooks, Xero, Sage,
  etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong SARS Efiling knowledge
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Abilities to work on several different clients concurrently.
• Strong communication and people skills with the ability to interact with clients and team
  members at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent planning and organisation skills.
• Drivers License with own vehicle.

Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant – Durban

We are an Accounting Firm located in Durban, looking for Individuals with an Accounting Qualification and registered with the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA). The individual must have the following:

1) Accounting Qualification and Professional Body Registration, preferable

2) Working Experience in an Accounting Practice environment

3) Working Experience with Sage Pastel Accounting and/or Pastel Payroll

4) Working Experience in General Accounting Processes, i.e. VAT processing and submission, Income Tax Computation, PAYE Processing and Submission, etc

5) Working Experience in the preparation of Working Paper files and Annual Financial Statements is beneficial.

6) Excellent understanding of accounting principles and taxation

7) Working Experience with Draftworx Working Paper File software and/or Caseware Working Paper File Software is beneficial.

8) Must be adaptive and have a problem-solving mind

9) Must be able to work towards deadlines, and meet targets

10) Must have own Transport

Individuals duties will include but are not limited to:

– Capturing clients’ financial records, and preparation for VAT submission to SARS.

– Preparation of SARS Compliant Working Paper Files and Annual Financial Statements

– Preparation and submission of information to SARS

– Preparation of Files for Audits, for SARS and third-party auditors

– Assisting Junior Staff with accounting queries

– Providing Management Reporting to the Head Accountant and Clients

The salary package to be discussed in the Interview and is private and confidential.

Please send your CV and all Academic Records, to sagrennaidooandassociates@gmail.com. 

Bookkeeper/Accountant

Company:

• Lund and Kieck Inc. 

Placement for:

• Bookkeeper/Accountant

Area:

• Randpark Ridge – Johannesburg
• Office based

Software knowledge required:

• Xero
• Pastel partner
• Caseware
• Excel

Need experience in:

• Bookkeeping
• SARS
• Payroll
• Preparation of AFS
• If you have any auditing experience this will be to your advantage

Salary Neg. CTC:

• R15 000

To apply, please send cv to info@lkinc.co.za

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We wish you all the best with your applications