Job Summary
This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who has completed SAIPA articles and is ready to step into a hands-on role focused on improving, strengthening and “cleaning up” existing portfolio company financials. The environment requires someone detail-oriented, proactive and comfortable taking ownership in complex accounting environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of the full accounting function for various portfolio entities
- Clean up and restructure existing accounting records and financial data
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger and reconciliations
- Prepare annual financial statements
- Liaise with auditors and manage audit preparation processes
- Ensure VAT, tax and statutory compliance
- Support system improvements and accounting process optimisation
- Supervise and guide junior team members where required
Job Experience and Skills Required:
- Completed SAIPA articles (non-negotiable)
- 2–4 years’ post-articles experience advantageous
- Experience with Xero, Draftworx or Caseware (essential)
- Previous supervisory exposure during auditing
- Strong understanding of financial statement preparation
- Experience in reviewing and correcting historical accounting records
- Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and take initiative4
Apply now!
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.
For more information, contact:
Lindi Will
Researcher: Finance
012 348 4940