SAICA Article Clerk - Student​/Graduate

Position: SAICA Article Clerk - Current Student/Graduate
Our client is a dynamic, mid‑sized accounting and advisory firm committed to delivering high‑quality financial services to a diverse client base. Their collaborative culture emphasizes professional development and technical excellence.

They are looking for a SAICA Article Clerk to join their firm. Candidate can be a first/second year student.

Role Overview
This will be an entry-level article clerk position for a student.

This role offers hands‑on exposure to accounting, independent reviews, audit engagements, and SARS interactions—including full tax‑return submission and dispute resolution—with structured mentorship and study support.

Exposure to:

• Accounting & Reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for clients in accordance with IFRS and SA GAAP
• Perform general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Independent Reviews & Audits
• Assist in planning and executing independent review engagements
• Support audit teams with testing, documentation, and client liaison
• SARS Interaction & Tax‑Return Submission
• Prepare, submit, and manage all client tax returns (VAT, PAYE, corporate income tax, and personal income tax) to SARS
• Manage SARS queries, assessments and correspondence on behalf of clients
• Liaise with SARS officials to resolve tax disputes or audit findings
• Client Interaction
• Act as a point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely responses and clear communication
• Coordinate with clients to gather necessary information and resolve queries
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify process inefficiencies and propose enhancements
• Participate in internal training sessions and knowledge‑sharing forums