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Fractional Financial Manager / Senior Accountant

Zeal HR

  • Undisclosed
  • Permanent Executive position
  • Somerset West
  • Posted 09 Jun 2025 by Zeal HR
  • Expires in 32 days
  • Job 2613336 - Ref 42915
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About the position

An exciting opportunity has become available within the financial industry, for a Senior Accountant. The position is based in Somerset West. In this role, you will take responsibility for the financial management and oversight of a portfolio of clients. You will be instrumental in delivering a range of services including monthly accounting, financial reviews, strategic financial management, and compliance work. You will also lead and contribute to ad hoc financial projects that require a hands-on, solutions-driven approach.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance (Honours or SAICA/SAIPA articles advantageous)
  • 3-5 years of experience in bookkeeping or a related field, ideally with a CIMA/SAIPA traineeship.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations in South Africa.
  • Extensive experience in Xero and strong knowledge of Xero Integrations (e.g., Dext for billing and expense claims).
  • Strong Excel skills for building and maintaining financial models (e.g., cash flow, budgets, forecasts).
  • Proficient in tax calculations and filing returns with SARS.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Passion for finance, proactive, and committed to continuous learning and development.
  • Strong alignment with Company's values: Servant Heart, Growth Mindset, Team Player, Extreme Ownership.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Oversight & Monthly Work

  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts for a range of clients.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations, including payroll, VAT, and bank reconciliations.
  • Ensure timely and accurate VAT calculations and submissions.
  • Perform provisional tax calculations and prepare relevant schedules.
  • Draft, review, and sign off on financial statements.
  • Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, and cost modelling.
  • Lead monthly financial management meetings with clients to provide insights and advice.

Fractional Financial Management

  • Act as the financial manager for assigned clients.
  • Develop and implement financial reporting solutions and dashboards.
  • Offer strategic input on financial planning, cash flow management, and financial decision making.

Project & Advisory Work

  • Assist with special projects such as system implementations, restructuring support, and due diligence checks.
  • Provide support and guidance during audit and independent review processes.
  • Address audit queries and assist in preparing necessary documentation.
  • Identify and implement process improvements, ensure quality standards, and meet deadlines consistently.

Client Communication & Service:

  • Provide exceptional customer service by proactively engaging with clients, addressing inquiries promptly, and delivering timely financial information.
  • Develop a deep understanding of clients' financial situations, identify additional financial needs, and suggest suitable company service offerings such as Advisory, Fractional FM, and Fractional CFO services.

Desired Skills:

  • CIMA
  • SAIPA
  • Accountant
  • Financial Manager
  • SARS
  • XERO

Desired Work Experience:

  • 2 to 5 years

Desired Qualification Level & Accreditations:

  • Degree
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
  • South African Institute of Professional Accountant

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Zeal HR

About the agency

Zeal HR is a multi-award winning recruitment firm with specialist capabilities in Engineering, Finance and Technology. We offer competitive rates and a relational approach to make sure we offer the best solutions offering to our clients. We service corporate and SME businesses in South Africa as well as abroad. Our offering goes beyond traditional recruitment to full psychometric assessments, HR Consulting and outsourced services. Our Head Office is based in Cape Town with a team in Gauteng and Limpopo.

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