Assistant Technical Accountant

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars. 

We have an amazing opportunity for Assistant Technical Accountant to be based in Umhlanga. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star? 

The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking betting tax calculations, submissions and maintenance as well as to support the Junior Technical Accountant, Technical Accountant and Group Technical Manager with specific projects, reports and data extractions. 

 With Hollywoodbets You Will:

 Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.

 Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry. 

 Grow with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career. 

What you’ll bring:

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel (Intermediate (Vlookups, Pivots))
• Pastel Evolution or Similar Accounting Software
• Must have at least 1 year experience in excel

What You’ll Do for The Brand: 

• Preparation of weekly/monthly betting tax calculations.
• Ensure betting taxes are paid timeously and that relevant documentation is submitted to the Gambling Board.
• Under the supervision of the Technical and Junior Technical Accountants:
• Liaising with the Gambling Boards to resolve queries that pertain to betting tax submissions.
• Review and test all reports requested by the Gambling Board prior to submission.
• Testing the Tax reports to ensure they comply with the correct tax report type and rates required by the Gambling Boards.
• Monthly reconciliation of betting tax control accounts in Pastel.
• Assist Junior Technical Accountant with:
• BTC reconciliation and reporting of variances.
• Investigating BTC variances and reporting timeously.
• Sourcing Outstanding Tickets report and Bets brought forward report as required and ensuring that the data is accurate via sample testing.
• Testing reports as it relates to internal tax 2 and betting taxes upon the introduction of new bet types, branches, etc.
• Review betting tax rates captured on the betting system for new branches
• Identification and reporting of weaknesses in the betting software as it relates to betting taxes and in so far as able to in the preparation of betting tax calculations.
• Ensuring that adequate records are maintained on the shared drive with regards to the betting tax calculations and submissions.
• Identification of errors and liaising with Junior Technical Accountant to ensure timeous corrective action.
• Providing support during the audit in matters relating to the betting software.
• Sourcing internal tax 2 reports.
• Support the Junior Technical Accountant, Technical Accountant and Group Technical Manager with specific projects, reports and data extractions.
• Assist with company projects from time to time as and when required by Junior Technical Accountant, Technical Accountant and Group Technical Manager.
• Frequent reconciliation of data submitted to the GBs to data on our database

What You’ll Bring To The Team: 

• Excellent Listening skills. 
• Must be results driven. 

So, are you ready to level up, learn and perform at your best? Apply now! 

Please note that only candidates who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.