Job Summary
OVERVIEW
The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the full accounting operations for development entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust controls, and statutory compliance. The role serves as a key support to senior leadership, providing high-quality analysis and insights to inform business decision-making. The position is based in Cape Town.
DUTIES
- Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analyses, and business reports.
- Process monthly journals, reconcile intercompany accounts, and review trial balances.
- Oversee payment processing, supplier payments, beneficiary setups, and cash-flow optimization across entities.
- Manage revenue billings, schedules, and ensure accurate revenue posting.
- Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns and maintain SARS eFiling profiles.
- Coordinate audits, prepare audit packs, address queries, and assist in finalizing financial statements.
- Administer accounting systems (Xero), manage user access for banking platforms, and ensure data integrity.
- Support entity management, unit transfer schedules, and assist with group-wide financial initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
- 5–8 years of experience in group-structure accounting or finance.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, South African tax regulations, and financial compliance.
- Proficiency in Xero, SARS eFiling, online banking platforms, and advanced Excel.
- Proven experience with audit processes and management reporting.
ATTRIBUTES
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical thinking.
- High work standards with a strong ownership mindset.
- Technical proficiency and commitment to continuous learning.
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation abilities.
- Collaborative team player with a customer-centric approach.
- Ability to manage conflict and build strong relationships across teams.