Are you ready for the opportunity of a lifetime? Osidon in association with Discovery is merging, accounting, tax, payroll, insurance, advisory, and banking into a new next-generation all-inclusive financial industry, we call this Finance 2.0

Osidon has been at the forefront of innovation and disruption in the accounting, payroll, tax, and industries for the past 5 years, and with the support of Discovery, we committed to building Finance 2.0 where the client and our staff are the biggest winners.Using the latest cloud and AI technology, we are completely reshaping how financial services are being delivered. For this venture we require the services of a new breed of Financial Professional that will be the face of this next generation industry.

 We are looking for a permanent, full-time Senior Accountant in our Accounting Operations Department.

 This opportunity is for you if:

• You believe you have what it takes to help build the future of the financial industry and play your part in Finance 2.0.
• You want to be part of shaping an industry that benefits clients as well as the people delivering the services in the way that it should.
• You want to be at the forefront of our new ever-changing modern world.
• If you meet the below minimum requirements:

 Qualifications and General:

• National Senior Certificate.
•  NQF 7 accredited tertiary qualification in accounting.
• Own reliable transport.
• A clear criminal record.
• Be available to work both remotely with a reliable internet connection and from the Osidon office as required.

 Membership:

• Active membership in good standing at one or more of the accredited accounting / bookkeeping professional bodies in South Africa as accountant AND tax practitioner.

 Experience:

• At least three (3) years' post article experience in practice as Accountant.
• Must have accounting practice experience with SMME's.
• Must have supervisory or leadership experience in an accounting practice.

 Skills:

• You must have excellent numerical skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English in verbal and written format.
• Have management skills and leadership qualities to manage and lead a team of junior accountants or bookkeepers.
• You must be able to understand and use online accounting and payroll and tax (e-filing) software effectively.
• Professionalism toward clients, colleagues, and the accounting and finance profession.
• You must also have good knowledge and understanding of South African Business, Tax, and Employment Law.
• Have a keen eye for detail.
• Be a self-driven individual.
• Build excellent client relationships/service orientation; Entrepreneurial/Business orientation.
• Self-discipline.
• Ability to work in an organised manner.
• Self-confidence.
• Drive/performance orientation.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Communication/presentation skills.
• Must be able to work in a team.
• You must be able to work under pressure.
• Should be able to implement instructions effectively.
• You must be comfortable to adapt to change.
• Excellent administration skills.
• You must be able to meet deadlines.
• Be focused on quality and accuracy.
• You will be required to maintain a high level of confidentiality and ethical behaviour.
• Be eager to always develop your professional and personal skills to continuously grow into the best you can be.

 Successful candidates will have the following responsibilities:

• You will lead and manage a team of accountants.
• You will be responsible for ensuring that a professional and ethical service is delivered to clients and maintained within your team.
• Provide advice and support to clients on more advanced accounting, tax, payroll, and strategic financial matters.
• Report back to clients on their financial and compliance portfolios.
• You will support a team that is responsible for the bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, and tax compliance of our SMME clients from a range of different, exciting, and interesting industries and your duties will amongst other things include reviewing monthly and annual reports and statements.
• You will further assist your team with tax restructuring and filing of tax returns on a corporate level.
• You will establish professional long-term relationships with clients with excellent service orientation and frequent contact with clients.
• Report to Senior Management on the performance of your team.
• You will form part of a team that uses the latest technology and innovation to ensure professional service delivery.
• You will work under the leadership and support of Senior Management, who will provide you with the support and guidance you need to excel and advance in your career.

 Benefits:

• Medical Aid, Pension Fund and more.

 If you know that you are the perfect candidate for this position, please apply for this opportunity by submitting your CV and supporting documents in PDF format. Please ensure that you have read all the requirements carefully.