Accounting Consultant (Independent Review & Compilation)

SNG GrantThornton; Wes-Kaap; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SNG Grant Thornton in South Africa seeks a CA(SA) Manager to lead and grow the Business Process Solutions division. You will oversee quality, client relationships, and complex advisory engagements while driving internal talent development.

You will mentor teams, manage multiple client portfolios, and push for continuous improvement in service lines and systems within a dynamic professional environment.

Qualifikationen

• Registered CA(SA)
• Must hold a relevant degree (e.g., BCom in Accounting, Finance, or related field)
• Professional registration with SAICA, SAIPA, AGA, or CIMA
• Postgraduate qualification is an advantage

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership across BPS service lines for high quality delivery.
• Act as primary point of contact for key clients, managing expectations and growth opportunities.
• Lead planning and execution of advisory engagements, including financial statements and advisory reports.
• Allocate resources effectively and oversee team capacity and workflows.
• Implement quality assurance reviews on compilation and advisory files to ensure standards.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level team members to drive excellence and growth.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery and client experience.
• Support leadership in strategy execution, performance tracking, and client relationships.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Client management

Strategic oversight

Mentoring

Advisory services

Ausbildung

CA(SA)

BCom in Accounting/Finance

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

Sage One

Xero

Caseware

Payspace

Smart Practice

Aero Workflow

Hubspot

Dext

Syft

Jobbeschreibung

Job Purpose

To lead, manage, and grow high-performing teams within the Business Process Solutions (BPS) division. The Manager is responsible for overseeing the quality and efficiency of service delivery, strengthening client relationships, managing complex advisory engagements, and contributing to the strategic direction of the division. The role also plays a critical part in developing internal talent and driving continuous improvement in service lines and systems.

Job Description

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership across BPS service lines, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.
• Act as the primary point of contact for key clients, managing expectations, ensuring satisfaction, and identifying growth opportunities.
• Lead planning and execution of advisory engagements, including preparation and review of financial statements, management accounts, and advisory reports.
• Allocate resources effectively, oversee team capacity, and manage project workflows to align with business priorities.
• Implement quality assurance reviews on compilation and advisory files to ensure compliance with professional standards.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level team members, driving a culture of excellence, accountability, and growth.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to optimize operational delivery and client service experience.
• Support the Division's leadership in strategy execution, performance tracking, and client relationship development

Qualification

• Registered CA(SA)
• Must hold a relevant degree (e.g., BCom in Accounting, Finance, or related field).
• Professional registration with one of the following: SAICA, SAIPA, AGA, CIMA.
• Postgraduate qualification is an advantage

Experience

• Completed Articles (SAICA/SAIPA or equivalent)
• Minimum 3-5 years post-articles experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity
• Strong technical knowledge and practical application of accounting standards and advisory services
• Experience managing teams and overseeing multiple client portfolios
• Proficiency or working knowledge of systems such as:
• • Sage One, Xero, Caseware, Payspace, Smart Practice, Aero Workflow, Hubspot, Dext, Syft

"Here’s your chance to work with a leading business solutions team where your accounting skills will make a real difference for clients"