Accountant

HR & Payroll Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is looking for a highly skilled Accountant to join their executive team. The successful candidate will oversee financial management, ensure compliance with regulations, and support strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include leading the finance function, managing tax compliance, and mentoring a finance team. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and several years of relevant experience. A competitive salary package is offered, including a monthly salary of R20,000 to R30,000.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Qualifications

• 3–4 years’ experience in manufacturing or project-based environments.
• Proven experience with Sage 200 or Sage Evolution ERP systems.
• Solid knowledge of South African tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance function across all divisions and entities.
• Prepare and review monthly management reports and financial statements.
• Manage tax compliance and liaise with external auditors.
• Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Business acumen

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage 200

Sage Evolution

Job description

📍 Kempton Park, Johannesburg | Permanent | Full Time

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Accountant to join their executive team in Johannesburg.

This senior role carries responsibility for financial management, compliance, and strategic oversight across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and informed decision-making at executive level.

Package & Benefits

• Cost to Company: R20 000 – R30 000 per month
• Discretionary Annual Bonus

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Lead the finance function across all divisions and entities.
• Review and sign off on management accounts and financial reports.
• Provide strategic financial input to executive management.
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and review monthly management reports, accounts, and draft Annual Financial Statements (AFS).
• Ensure compliance with IFRS / IFRS for SMEs.
• Oversee audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Taxation

• Manage tax compliance (VAT, Income Tax, Provisional Tax).
• Liaise with SARS and external tax consultants.
• Drive tax planning and risk management.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control

• Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and corrective reporting.
• Lead financial modelling and cash flow forecasting.

Governance, Controls & Systems

• Design and implement financial controls and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and quality systems.
• Oversee inter-company transactions and allocations.

Projects & Ad-Hoc

• Provide financial oversight of projects, including cost tracking and profitability analysis.
• Conduct contract reviews and risk assessments.
• Handle ad-hoc strategic financial tasks.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CIMA registration advantageous).
• 3–4 years’ experience, ideally in manufacturing or project-based environments.
• Must have proven experience with Sage 200 or Sage Evolution ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and business acumen.
• Solid knowledge of South African tax legislation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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