Audit & Financial Reporting Specialist (Semi-Senior)

Mayfly Agri; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayfly Agri in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced accounting professional to support audit and accounting processes across client engagements. The role involves assisting with period-end journals, depreciation, prepayments and accruals to back audits.

You will conduct audit fieldwork, test control reconciliations, prepare working papers, and develop expertise in various accounting software. A team-based environment with a focus on professional standards and continuous learning awaits.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or partial CA(SA)/ACA/ACCA with SAICA or SAIPA articles considered.
• Strong academic record with a B.Com. in Accounting or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounting, audit or finance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with period-end accounting journals (depreciation, prepayments, accruals) to support audits.
• Test and review control account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Complete audit fieldwork across financial statement areas with senior team members.
• Prepare and maintain audit working papers and documentation per standards.
• Develop understanding of clients’ systems, processes, and internal controls for effective audits.
• Build proficiency in accounting and audit software, using data extraction and analysis tools.
• Communicate and collaborate with colleagues and clients to meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and firm data.
• Perform work accurately in line with firm policies and programmes.
• Act in line with firm values and competency framework.
• Complete work within agreed timeframes and keep managers updated.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Learning mindset

Audit experience

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualified

CA(SA)/ACA/ACCA (part-qualified with articles)

B.Com Accounting or equivalent degree

Tools

Excel (advanced)

Xero certified

IRIS knowledge

Job description

Mayfly Agri in Stellenbosch seeks an experienced accounting professional to support audit and accounting processes across client engagements. The role involves assisting with period-end journals, depreciation, prepayments and accruals to back audits.

You will conduct audit fieldwork, test control reconciliations, prepare working papers, and develop expertise in various accounting software. A team-based environment with a focus on professional standards and continuous learning awaits.