Senior Accountant
Core
Own the full financial accounting function, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and providing financial insight for management decisions.
Role type
Senior Accountant (hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities)
Builds
Monthly management accounts, financial statements, forecasts, and audit schedules
Domain
Accounting, Tax Compliance, Financial Controls
Required skills
General Ledger management, Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting, Tax Compliance (VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax), Internal Controls, Audit Coordination, Cash & Working Capital Management, ERP Systems, IFRS knowledge
Preferred skills
Tax Practitioner registration, SARS e-Filing proficiency, CIPC requirements knowledge, Draftworx/SimplePay experience
Technologies
Sage, Pastel, Xero, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Draftworx, SimplePay, SARS e-Filing
Responsibilities
Run the full accounting function from transaction processing to trial balance; prepare monthly management accounts and analyze performance against budget; coordinate internal and external audits; supervise and coach junior accounting staff; manage VAT, PAYE, and payroll submissions; monitor cash balances and working capital; develop and maintain financial controls.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties
