Senior Accountant

Job Description

A well-established professional services firm, focused on delivering high-quality financial and tax services to their clients, is looking for a Senior Accountant to join them. Ideal candidates will have completed either SAIPA or SAICA articles and managed a team within a similar accounting firm environment. Lovely opportunity to be located on the South Coast of South Africa!. 

 

Why join this team?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, friendly and client-focused environment on the South Coast, KZN
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients and industries
• Collaborative team culture with opportunities for growth

What you will be doing:

• Prepare annual financial statements for various entities (companies, CCs, sole proprietors, partnerships, trusts)
• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of financials for audit purposes
• Compile and update audit packs and liaise with auditors
• Stay updated on IFRS for SMEs and apply changes to reporting
• Process and validate financial transactions, including year-end adjustments
• Resolve general ledger reconciliation queries with stakeholders
• Manage and train a small team and oversee a client portfolio
• Prepare and review advanced tax computations and returns
• Support client audits, reviews, and special projects
• Act as the main liaison for assigned clients
• Plan and manage workload to meet deadlines
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders

What we are looking for: 

• Completed SAICA traineeship AGA(SA) eligible or SAIPA qualified
• Minimum 5 years’ experience preparing financial statements
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and IFRS for SMEs
• Proficient in MS Office, Caseware, and CaseView
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle

Benefits and unique aspects: 

• Manage your own portfolio with autonomy
• Gain exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
• Supportive team environment 

Please note if you haven’t heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We’d still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.

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