Position Title: Senior Accountant

Employer: Lubbe Boshoff

Location: Swellendam, Western Cape

Reports To: Director

Purpose of the Role

The Senior Accountant at Lubbe Boshoff is responsible for the full accounting and taxation function across a range of clients. This includes preparing and reviewing financial statements, overseeing bookkeeping, managing compliance, engaging directly with clients, and supervising junior staff. The role requires a technically strong, hands-on accountant who ensures accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all engagements.

Core Responsibilities

1.        Accounting and Reporting

·        Prepare and review annual financial statements for companies, close corporations, trusts, and individuals.

·        Prepare and review monthly management accounts.

·        Oversee bookkeeping accuracy, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

·        Ensure all client records are accurate and current.

2.        Taxation and Compliance

·        Manage full SARS compliance for companies, close corporations, trusts, and individuals.

·        Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, provisional tax, and income tax returns.

·        Liaise with SARS on audits, verifications, and objections.

·        Ensure clients maintain valid tax clearance and compliance status.

3.        Financial Management and Advisory

·        Provide financial consulting and business advisory services to clients.

·        Prepare cash flow forecasts, budgets, and performance reports.

·        Identify cost-saving and tax-planning opportunities.

·        Support clients with financial management decisions and planning.

4.        Team Supervision and Development

·        Supervise and mentor junior accountants and bookkeepers.

·        Allocate work, review outputs, and ensure high technical standards.

·        Provide on-the-job training and support to improve team performance.

5.        Client Relationship Management

·        Act as the key point of contact for a portfolio of clients.

·        Maintain strong, professional client relationships built on trust and reliability.

·        Provide timely feedback, reporting, and professional guidance.