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Staff Accountant (External Client Services) at SAPRO

  • Job Type Contract
  • Qualification Bachelors
  • Experience 3 – 5 years
  • Location South Africa
  • Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Staff Accountant (External Client Services) at SAPRO

Staff Accountant (External Client Services)

What We’re Looking For:

  • You are a proactive, dependable professional capable of managing multiple client engagements with precision. You maintain accuracy under pressure, are confident with QuickBooks, and value timely communication.
  • Your responsibilities include supporting daily accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with financial report preparation under supervision.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 3–5 years of full-cycle accounting experience
  • Intermediate to advanced QuickBooks proficiency
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience in Professional Services, BPO, Outsourcing
  • Ability to manage multiple client accounts
  • Strong understanding of accounting standards and regulations
  • Effective time management to meet tight deadlines
  • Exceptional attention to detail and customer service skills
  • Proactive communication and issue escalation
  • Strong learning agility

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of US accounting standards (US GAAP)
  • SAIPA, AGA(SA), SAICA articles or similar designations

Responsibilities (may vary by client):

  • Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client agreements.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts, focusing on balance sheet items, for monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes.
  • Assist in preparing financial statements and reports according to internal and client standards.
  • Support monthly and annual financial close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Reconcile bank and credit card statements monthly.
  • Track asset purchases and calculate monthly depreciation.
  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate financial transactions.
  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist in preparing sales tax, VAT returns, and local filings.
  • Assist in preparing financial data for audits and reviews.
  • Maintain accounting records per industry standards and client requirements.
  • Handle client invoicing and ensure timely payment processing.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to SAPRO on www.sapro.com to apply

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