Financial Accountant | ICT industry

About the position

?? Cape Town | Hybrid

About the Opportunity
An established and growing organisation is looking for a high-calibre Senior Accountant to take ownership of the financial accounting function across a diverse group of companies.

This is a pivotal role suited to a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a multi-entity environment and partnering with leadership to drive business performance.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial insight across the group.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data across all entities
• Perform variance analysis and deliver meaningful insights
• Ensure compliance with SARS regulations, VAT, and tax requirements

Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll functions
• Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions across the group
• Ensure adherence to South African tax legislation
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls and financial processes

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
• Partner with operational teams to track and improve performance
• Provide financial input to support strategic decision-making

Audit & Internal Controls

• Lead the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors
• Prepare audit packs and supporting schedules
• Identify process improvements and drive efficiencies
• Ensure compliance with local and international reporting standards

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor junior finance staff
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Strategic & Ad-hoc Support

• Provide management reporting and insights
• Support corporate transactions, including M&A and restructuring
• Assist senior leadership with strategic finance projects

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3–5 years’ experience, ideally within a group or multi-entity environment
• Strong knowledge of VAT and South African tax legislation
• Proven experience in financial reporting and consolidations

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Experience with accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, SAP, or Pastel
• Exposure to cloud-based tools (e.g. Xero, Dext, Syft) advantageous
• Experience with CaseWare or similar reporting tools beneficial

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
• High levels of integrity and professionalism

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working environment
• Exposure to a diverse group of companies
• Opportunity to play a strategic and impactful role within a growing organisation
• Collaborative and professional team culture

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment, we’d love to connect with you.

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