Accountant

ZealHR; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ZealHR is seeking a mid–senior Financial Accountant to own the full accounting function across South Africa and Namibia. The role covers day-to-day accounting, ledgers, month-end close and reporting, across multiple entities with cross-border transactions.

The successful candidate will manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, tax submissions (SARS VAT, PAYE, corporate tax) for SA and Namibia, supervise junior staff, and support audits and financial statements.

Qualifications

• Mid-to-senior level financial accounting experience.
• Experience managing full-function accounting across multiple entities and cross-border operations.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close and statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting for South African and Namibian entities.
• Maintain general ledgers and perform month-end close.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, income statements, balance sheets and cash flow.
• Post journals and ensure accuracy of accounting records.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, and payroll processing.
• Coordinate SARS VAT, PAYE and corporate tax returns; Namibian tax requirements.
• Supervise and mentor junior finance staff.
• Assist external audits and annual financial statements.

Job description

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

South Africa & Namibia | Bellville South, Cape Town

Location: Bellville South, Cape Town

Work Arrangement: Fully In-Office

Start Date: 1 November 2026 (Ideally)

Level: Mid–Senior

Portfolio: South Africa & Namibia

About the Opportunity

Our client is looking for an experienced Financial Accountant to take ownership of the full

accounting function across South African and Namibian operations.

This is a hands-on role suited to an accountant who is comfortable managing the full accounting

cycle, working across multiple entities, handling cross-border transactions and statutory compliance,

and providing guidance to junior finance staff.

You will play a key role in ensuring both entities maintain accurate financial records, meet reporting

deadlines and remain compliant with their respective tax and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Function Accounting

• Take ownership of the day-to-day accounting function for both the South African and Namibian entities.
• Maintain accurate general ledgers and ensure clean month-end close-offs.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reporting.
• Post and review journals and ensure accounting records are complete and accurate.

Banking, Treasury & Intercompany

• Perform bank reconciliations and manage cash flow requirements.
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions and recharges.
• Manage cross-border fund transfers and multi-currency transactions.
• Assist with foreign exchange and cross-border regulatory requirements.

Accounts Payable, Receivable & Payroll

• Monitor accounts payable and receivable, including ageing.
• Oversee supplier and third-party payments.
• Validate and approve monthly payroll.
• Ensure payments and banking transactions are processed accurately and securely.

Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare, calculate and submit SARS VAT, PAYE and corporate tax-related returns.
• Coordinate statutory and tax compliance requirements for the Namibian entity.
• Work with relevant advisors and authorities where required.
• Ensure both entities remain compliant with applicable local and cross-border requirements.

Team Supervision

• Supervise and mentor junior finance staff, including clerks and bookkeepers.
• Review their work and take responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of financial outputs.
• Provide guidance and support to the broader finance function.

Audit & Financial Statements

• Prepare audit files, financial schedules and supporting documentation.
• Provide accurate accounting records and information to external auditors.
• Support the preparation and completion of annual financial statements for both entities.
• Ensure reporting and audit deadlines are met.

What We’re Looking For

• Mid-to-senior level Financial Accounting experience with strong full-function accounting exposure.
• Experience managing the accounting function for multiple entities, ideally including a foreign entity or cross‑border operation.
• Strong experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, AP, AR, cash management and month-end reporting.
• Practical experience with SARS tax and statutory compliance.
• Exposure to Namibian accounting/tax requirements would be highly advantageous.
• Experience with cross-border transactions, intercompany accounting and multi-currency reconciliations.
• Previous experience supervising, mentoring or reviewing the work of junior finance staff.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function.
• Excellent organisational and deadline-management skills.

Qualifications

A relevant accounting/finance qualification is required.

Professional registration or progression towards professional designation such as SAIPA, CIMA or CA(SA) will be advantageous.

Important

This is a fully in-office position in Bellville South, Cape Town, and candidates must be able to commute to the office daily.

Candidates with genuine experience managing full-function accounting across multiple entities and/or a cross‑border portfolio are particularly encouraged to apply.

Remuneration

Market-related and highly competitive, dependent on qualifications, experience and relevant dual-entity/cross‑border accounting exposure.

Start Date: 1 November 2026 (ideally)