IT Technician

Become part of a respected financial services business in Centurion, Gauteng as their next IT Technician. The role would suit someone who is organised, methodical, and reliable under pressure.

It is a busy, practical environment where no two days look quite the same. There is a strong sense of accountability and pride across the team. Do well here and the door to greater responsibility opens quickly. Do not wait — submit your details and take the next step.

Discretion and confidentiality are essential given the sensitive nature of the work.

Statutory Compliance & Tax

• Handle the preparation and submission of PAYE, UIF, and SDL returns to SARS on a monthly basis, ensuring employee tax deductions and employer contributions are correctly calculated, reconciled, and remitted within statutory deadlines.
• Assist with the preparation of provisional tax computations biannually and the annual income tax return, liaising with external tax practitioners to ensure full compliance with the Income Tax Act and minimising risk of penalties.
• Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns via SARS eFiling within prescribed deadlines, reconciling the VAT control account to the general ledger and maintaining supporting documentation for audit verification and tax authority inspections.
• Coordinate year-end audits by preparing comprehensive audit files, compiling working papers, responding to auditor queries promptly and accurately, and facilitating timely sign-off of annual financial statements with an unqualified audit opinion.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Conduct regular reviews of accounts payable and receivable processes to identify control weaknesses, reduce processing errors, and implement improvements that enhance operational efficiency while reducing fraud risk and financial losses.
• Develop, document, and implement internal financial controls and standard operating procedures across the finance function to strengthen the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting and safeguard organisational assets.

• A bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting, financial management, or a closely related field from a recognised institution.
• A minimum of two to three years of practical accounting experience with exposure to the full accounting cycle in a commercial environment.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail with ability to identify and correct discrepancies in large volumes of financial data.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Pastel, or Xero, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills to prioritise tasks effectively during peak reporting periods such as month-end.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, suppliers, auditors, and colleagues at all levels.