Assistant Deceased Estate Administrator - LegalEase - Benoni

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  • Benoni, Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Assistant Deceased Estate Administrator - BenoniAbout the RoleWe are seeking a meticulous, organized, and experienced Assistant Deceased Estate Administrator to support the Estate Administrator in managing the full administration process of deceased estates. This role requires a sound understanding of estate administration procedures, compliance requirements, and the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously while ensuring regulatory deadlines are met.Required Qualifications
  • Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
  • Certificate in Deceased Estate Administration
  • Experience & Competencies
  • 35 years experience in a legal, estates, or fiduciary environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of estate administration processes and legal compliance
  • Experience using LegalEase software is highly advantageous
  • Technologically savvy with working knowledge of:
Microsoft Office | Administrative systems and procedures | LegalEase or similar estate administration software
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
  • Self-motivated and target-driven
  • Strong problem-solving skills related to estate administration challenges
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assisting with all duties related to the administration of deceased estates
  • Familiarity with the Master of the High Court procedures and compliance requirements
  • Reporting of estates to the Masters Office and other stakeholders
  • Opening estate files and late estate bank accounts
  • FICA: Collecting, verifying, and updating documentation for the estate, executor, and heirs
  • Placing estate advertisements in line with legal requirements
  • Obtaining confirmations of all assets and liabilities to assist with Liquidation and Distribution Account preparation
  • Ensuring compliance and timely receipt of documentation from stakeholders
  • Collecting proceeds payable to the estate
  • Completing documentation for the transfer of assets
  • Assisting with SARS processes, including estate duty submissions and audits
  • Obtaining tax certificates for finalization of income tax assessments
  • Preparing files for finalization
  • Managing queries related to the Masters Office, SARS, and FICA
  • Handling multiple estate files efficiently and within compliance deadlines
Salary offer: Negotiable dependant on experience etc

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