Accountant (Financial Investments)

Profile Personnel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity and investment management company is seeking an experienced Accountant to support financial and operations reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and over 4 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include managing financial reporting, overseeing loans, and compiling Annual Financial Statements. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proactive mindset are essential for success in this fast-paced environment. Applicants can send their CVs to the hiring manager.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience at a small audit/accounting practice is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with financial reporting.
• Compiling Annual Financial Statements.
• Coordinating tax planning activities.

Skills

MS Office - Excel knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job description

Role Purpose

Join a dynamic private equity and investment management company within a larger group. We focus on identifying and investing in high-potential businesses across a variety of sectors, including finance, education, mining, hospitality, and property. Our strategy involves providing capital, strategic guidance, and operational expertise to help our portfolio companies grow, improve, and succeed. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term partnerships with businesses, helping them expand both locally and internationally. We manage a diverse range of investments, from commercial property ventures to innovative solutions in industries like energy and healthcare. Our commitment is to drive growth and maximize value for our stakeholders, creating meaningful impact across the African continent.

Skills and Qualifications

As the Accountant you will primarily be accountable for the following:

• 4+ Relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • This is the fundamental educational requirement, providing the foundational knowledge in financial principles, accounting standards, and financial analysis.
• Articles or experience at small audit/accounting practice beneficial or similar work experience
  • SAIPA/SAICA registration not required
• MS Office - Excel knowledge

Responsibilities

• Assisting with financial reporting
• Assisting with operations reporting
• Calculating and monitoring Capex projects
• Managing overdrafts
• Managing loans and external debt
• Overseeing intercompany loans
• Overseeing shareholder loans
• Compiling Annual Financial Statements
• Coordinating tax planning activities
• Reviewing VAT
• Performing secretarial annual duties
• Maintaining and updating tree structures
• Maintaining and updating organograms

Requirements

• Attention to detail – A keen eye for accuracy and consistency in financial reporting and operations.
• Adaptability – Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle changing priorities effectively.
• Strong work ethic – Willingness to take initiative and go above and beyond to ensure tasks are completed to a high standard.
• Proactive mindset – Ability to anticipate needs and address challenges before they arise.
• Team player – Collaborative attitude, with a willingness to support and work alongside others to achieve common goals.
• Integrity – Strong ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Resilience – Ability to maintain performance under pressure and work effectively to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills – Capacity to prioritize tasks efficiently and manage time effectively.

Application

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Meriek Robinson at [e-mail]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.