Group Accountant

About the position

Description/Synopsis:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Group Accountant to join our finance team based in De Waterkant, Cape Town. This role is ideal for an individual with a solid accounting background, preferably CA(SA), SAIPA, or with a Bachelor of Accounting Sciences or related qualification, who has one to two years of post-articles experience or experience in a similar role.

 

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing intercompany loans and external debt, supporting group entities, and assisting with financial operations, audits, and financial reporting. This position requires a high level of accuracy, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You should be comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team environment.

 

This opportunity is well suited to an ambitious accounting professional looking to develop their career and gain experience across a range of group finance functions. If you thrive in a face paced, dynamic environment and wish to contribute to the success of a growing team, we encourage you to apply.

 

Minimum Requirements:

• CA(SA), Bachelor of Accounting Sciences, Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Sciences or SAIPA.
• Preferably 1 – 2 years post-article experience
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in accounting systems.
• Prior experience in a similar financial accounting, group accounting or financial management role will be advantageous.
• Ideally located in the Atlantic seaboard area.

 

Main Responsibilities:

Debt Management

• Manage and maintain intercompany loan schedules and interest calculations.
• Prepare and reconcile external debt calculations, interest payments, and debt statements.

Entity Support (Swiss Entity)

• Capture transactions and process payments for the Swiss entity.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for the group entities.

Financial Operations

• Assist with payment processing and approvals as needed.
• Support month-end activities, including journal capturing and reconciliations.

Audit & Financial Reporting

• Assist with annual audits and preparation of audit deliverables.
• Support the compilation of financial statements and related documentation.

 

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, able to take initiative and work independently.
• Trustworthy and capable of handling confidential financial information.
• Able to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
• Strong team player with the ability to take direction and collaborate effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 

Desired Skills:

• Accounting
• Debt Management
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Reporting

About The Employer:

For similar vacancies and more exciting opportunities please keep visiting our website or follow us on LinkedIn.https://www.linkedin.com/company/kingsleyirons-recruitment/www.kingsleyirons.co.zaShould you meet the above minimum requirements, please submit your CV and a copy of your ID and Qualifications to tarryn (@) [URL Removed] . Please quote the TITLE of this vacancy in the subject line of your email as reference. Our consultants will assess your suitability to the vacancy. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks please consider your application unsuccessful, however we will retain your CV and details on our database in accordance with POPIA and will contact you in the near future should a suitable position become [URL Removed] have the option to “opt-out” and request us to delete your information at any time by sending a mail to admin (@) [URL Removed] / info (@) [URL Removed] you.