About the position
My client based in Bellville is currently looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team on a contract basis.
IT / FINANCE
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or a related financial discipline.
- Professional accounting designation (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA, ACCA, or similar) will be advantageous.
- Valid South African work authorization.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in an Accounting or Senior Accounting role.
- Strong hands-on experience with month-end accounting processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
- Proven experience in financial reporting, management accounts, and financial analysis.
- Experience supporting internal and external audit processes.
- Strong understanding of VAT, taxation principles, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management will be advantageous.
- Previous experience within a fast-paced, high-growth, or platform-based business environment is advantageous.
- Demonstrated experience in process improvement and finance system optimisation.
Responsibilities
- Manage month-end accounting processes, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments.
- Perform accurate balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding reconciling items.
- Ensure financial transactions are processed accurately and in accordance with company policies and controls.
- Support payroll reconciliations and related finance administration activities.
- Prepare VAT reconciliations and assist with VAT submissions.
- Maintain accurate accounting records, supporting documentation, and audit trails.
- Assist with day-to-day finance operations and ad hoc accounting requirements.
- Prepare and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
- Develop reporting schedules and reconciliations to support business performance analysis.
- Assist with cash flow forecasting and liquidity management.
- Conduct cost analysis and identify key cost drivers within the business.
- Support financial modelling and provide ad hoc financial analysis to support decision-making.
- Oversee payment processing activities, ensuring compliance with approval frameworks and financial controls.
- Verify invoices, reconciliations, and supporting documentation prior to payment.
- Conduct payment validation checks and ensure accurate payment matching.
- Maintain strong internal controls and identify areas for control enhancement.
- Support annual audit planning and execution activities.
- Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor queries.
- Ensure compliance with VAT, tax legislation, financial regulations, and company policies.
- Identify risks, discrepancies, and control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
- Contribute to the enhancement of finance systems and reporting processes.
- Support automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain the integrity of financial data and reporting systems.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to improve efficiency and control.
- Collaborate with operational and leadership teams to support business objectives.
- Build effective working relationships across departments.
- Communicate financial information clearly and professionally.
- Proactively follow up on outstanding finance matters and provide solutions-oriented support.
Competencies
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Management Accounting
- General Ledger Management
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Cash Flow Forecasting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Controls & Governance
- Audit Support & Compliance
- VAT & Tax Administration
- Financial Systems & Process Improvement
- Advanced Excel & Data Analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Accountability & Ownership
- Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Planning & Organising
- Results Driven
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Stakeholder Management
- Communication Skills
- Adaptability & Flexibility
- Integrity & Professionalism
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Initiative & Proactive Approach
If you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to review.
Desired Skills:
- Preparation of annual accounts
- Income Tax
- Practice Accountancy
- Internal Auditing
- Organisational Skills
- management skills
- financial data
- Document Management
