Our client is a well-established courier and logistics leader based in Johannesburg East, operating in a fast-paced environment where precision, speed, and accountability are non-negotiable. They’re on the lookout for a technically strong Senior Accountant who can anchor the finance function — someone confident in handling IFRS, audits, tax compliance, reconciliations, and reporting, while supporting multiple branches across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take full ownership of month-end processes including journals, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations
- Oversee IFRS 16 accounting, lease management, and compliance requirements
- Review and validate balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy
- Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful, actionable insights
- Maintain and manage fixed asset registers, including disposals and transfers
- Assist with annual financial statements, tax submissions, and SARS engagements
- Liaise with both internal and external auditors
- Provide technical accounting support to operational teams and branch functions
- Drive continuous improvements in processes, controls, and reporting quality
- Ensure adherence to IFRS, tax legislation, POPIA, and internal policies
Job Experience & Skills Required:
- BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance
- SAIPA or SAICA articles advantageous
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a full-function accounting role
- Proven exposure to internal and external audit processes
- Strong IFRS 16 knowledge and practical application
- Experience with VAT, Income Tax, and SARS interactions
- Industry exposure within logistics, transport, supply chain, wholesale, or distribution
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience on Sage ERP (or similar accounting systems)
- Strong technical accounting and financial reporting capabilities
- Excellent analytical thinking, organisational ability, and problem-solving skills
- Able to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
If you’re the kind of professional who spots the number that doesn’t belong, challenges assumptions others accept, and leaves every finance function stronger than you found it — this role has your name written all over it.
Apply now!
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Kelly Naidoo