Accounting Manager

Company Description

Office Badger specialises in simplifying financial management so that businesses can focus on growth. The company provides expert accounting, payroll, and tax services to organisations across diverse industries in South Africa. Office Badger is committed to delivering accurate, compliant, and efficient solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs. Its services help businesses stay organised, save time, and achieve financial peace of mind.

Role Description

The Accounting Manager is a full-time, 3 days a week on-site and 2 days a week remote, role based in Bryanston with lots of flexibility for working moms. This role consists of managing a portfolio of clients and assisting with all monthly bookkeeping, managing journal entries, maintaining accurate general ledger records, payroll processing, statutory compliance, SARS submissions (VAT, PAYE and Income Tax) as well preparing and reviewing financial statements and ad hoc advisory requests. The Accounting Manager will ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and tax regulations, and support timely month-end and year-end closes.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and bank reconciliation
• Process monthly payroll and submit EMP201
• Prepare and submit VAT return
• Handling of SARS queries
• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• Drafting financial statements
• Submission of Income tax returns
• Submission of Individual tax returns
• Submission of EMP501s
• Submission of statutory compliance – Annual returns, Beneficial ownership, COID submission
• Preparation of share certificates and share registers
• Most important to build and maintain a strong working relationship with your clients so personality and professionalism is of utmost importance.

Qualifications and requirements

• 15+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar (essential)
• Accreditation with an accounting body – i.e. SAICA or SAIPA (beneficial)
• Proficient in use of online accounting packages - Xero, QuickBooks Online, or Sage
• A good grasp of SARS e-filing and how to complete returns and submit disputes
• Strong ability to prepare, review, and interpret Financial Statements and core Finance reports.
• Management and time management skills for juggling multiple clients and competing priorities
• Solid knowledge of accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements within South Africa.

Cost to Company

• R35k - R45k per month, depending on experience.