Accounting Supervisor

Level Up Recruitment Inc.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced accountant to manage client portfolios and supervise a team of accountants. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2+ years of experience, and proficiency in accounting software like Xero. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential. This role includes responsibilities for financial statements and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Qualifications

• Completed and signed off articles.
• Minimum 2 years post-article experience.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for assigned clients.
• Review and assist in accounting transactions, management accounts, and financial statements.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide junior and intermediate accountants.

Skills

Xero

Team Leadership

Attention To Detail

Communication

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Draftworks

Job description

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

1. Client Work & Portfolio Management
   • Serve as the primary contact for assigned clients.
   • Review and assist in:
   • Daily accounting transactions (Source to TB)
   • Monthly management accounts
   • Annual financial statements (IFRS & IFRS for SMEs)
   • VAT returns and reconciliations
   • Provisional tax calculations
   • Ensure timely, accurate client deliverables.
   • Maintain strong client relationships and provide practical accounting advice.
   • Identify process and system improvement opportunities.
   • Collaborate with other departments to ensure client satisfaction.
2. Technical & Compliance
   • Review and approve accounting entries, reconciliations, and reporting packs.
   • Stay updated on IFRS, IFRS for SMEs, Companies Act, and tax legislation.
   • Ensure internal controls and risk management procedures are properly applied.
   • Support external auditors with schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.
3. Team Leadership & Supervision
   • Supervise, mentor, and guide junior and intermediate accountants.
   • Allocate, review, and ensure accurate, efficient, and timely completion of tasks.
   • Provide training, technical guidance, and performance feedback.
   • Promote a collaborative and accountable team culture.
4. Departmental & Managerial Support
   • Assist the manager with departmental priorities, workflows, and deadlines.
   • Advocate for digital tools and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy.
   • Support staff scheduling, workload management, and performance evaluations.
   • Contribute to policy development, process improvements, and best practices.
   • Actively participate in departmental meetings with operational insights.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting.
• Completed and signed off articles.
• Minimum 2 years post-article experience.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
• Experience in drafting financial statements.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as Xero and Draftworks.
• Team supervision and leadership experience.
• Budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client management skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and professional discretion.
• Emotional intelligence, adaptability, conflict resolution, and problem-solving capabilities.

Required Skills

• Discretion
• Conflict
• Xero
• Management Skills
• Accountants
• Intelligence
• Legislation
• Portfolio Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Compliance
• Accounting Software
• Calculations
• Articles
• Process Improvement
• Internal Controls
• Returns
• Tax
• Adaptability
• Attention To Detail
• Conflict Resolution
• Deliverables
• Financial Statements
• Forecasting
• Team Leadership
• Risk Management
• Automation
• Budgeting
• Regulations
• Scheduling
• Accounting
• Documentation
• Software
• Leadership
• Training
• Communication
• Management