Audit & Accounts Senior

Formerly Streets Whittles - now Streets; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking an Audit & Accounts Senior based in South Africa to join their remote team. The role involves preparing financial statements, executing audits, and client engagement. Candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in accounting principles and software. A competitive salary and opportunities for career development within a growing firm are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Varied client portfolio

Career development opportunities

Collaborative remote work environment

Qualifications

• Qualified or nearly qualified accountant (SAICA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Experience in accounts preparation, bookkeeping, and VAT.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements under IFRS, FRS 102, and UK GAAP.
• Assist with accounts preparation for various clients.
• Execute audit engagements for companies and charities.

Skills

Qualified or nearly qualified accountant (SAICA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)

Experience in accounts preparation

Strong knowledge of IFRS, FRS 102, and UK GAAP

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Experience with audit and accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks

Education

Qualified accountant (SAICA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Audit & Accounts Senior (Remote – South Africa Based)

At Streets Chartered Accountants, we provide tailored audit, accounting, and advisory services through a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team. As we continue to expand our global remote capability, we are seeking an Audit & Accounts Senior to join us. This role includes accounts preparation, audit engagements, and contributing to corporate tax compliance where relevant.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements under IFRS, FRS 102, UK GAAP, and relevant regulatory frameworks (approx. 20% allocation, though may vary depending on portfolio needs).
• Assist with the preparation of accounts for a mixed portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK accounting standards.
• Support basic corporate tax compliance, including drafting tax computations and assisting with client queries (experience preferred but not essential).
• Execute audit engagements for companies, groups and charities; planning through completion, including risk assessment, fieldwork, review of financial statements, and preparation of audit files.
• Team training and mentoring: Supervise and mentor junior accountants and trainees, provide guidance and training, providing operational leadership to small audit teams where required.
• Engage directly with clients, ensuring clear communication, timely delivery, and a high standard of professional service.
• Contribute to the enhancement of internal processes, audit methodology, and quality control procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified or nearly qualified accountant (SAICA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Recent and proven experience: You have previous experience in accounts preparation work, including knowledge of accounting principles and practices. You also have experience in bookkeeping, and VAT.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, FRS 102, and UK GAAP.
• Excellent communication skills for effective client and team interactions.
• Strong attention to detail with analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Experience with audit and accounting software such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks. CaseWare, CCH, SAPA, is advantageous.
• Understanding of UK accounting and tax rules is preferred.
• Client-focused communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You are confident in liaising with clients and explaining complex financial information in clear terms.
• Analytical and organised: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail. You are well organised, able to manage deadlines and priorities, and you take a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience) and benefits.
• A broad and varied client portfolio with exposure to audit, accounts, and tax.
• Clear opportunities for career development within a growing firm.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and fully remote work environment.
• The chance to support Streets’ strategic growth as we work towards becoming a Top 20 UK practice through organic expansion and targeted acquisitions.

Apply Now

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team and build your career across audit, accounts, and tax within an ambitious UK practice.

Department: Accountancy
Role: Accounts Senior
Locations: South Africa (Fully Remote)
Employment type: Full-time

Contact: Nina Willemse – Audit Manager – Audit

Apply via streetsweb.co.uk.