Chartered Accountant

Oasis Crescent; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Cape Town is seeking a CA(SA) to join their high-performing team. This mid-senior level role demands technical excellence and a strong grasp of financial strategy, reporting, and compliance to ensure high-quality business insight and decision-making. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years post articles experience and a commitment to an ethical and accountability-driven culture. Competitive remuneration is offered.

Benefits

Competitive rewards

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive and diverse environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post articles experience.
• Experience in financial services, audit, investment, or transaction advisory roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of the firm's financial strategy.
• Deliver high-quality financial and management reports.
• Prepare, review, and analyse financial statements.
• Align financial reporting with business performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling.
• Drive continuous improvement in controls and reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and regulatory obligations.
• Participate in special projects like M&A or valuations.

Skills

Technical excellence in financial reporting

Attention to detail

Strong Excel skills

Communication skills

Integrity and ethical responsibility

Commercial awareness

Education

Registered CA (SA)

Master's in Business Administration

Master's in Taxation

Master's in Accounting

Tools

Accounting Package (Pastel, Oracle, Caseware, MDA)

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional CA(SA) to join our high-performing financial services team.

This is a strategically significant role suited to an individual who combines technical excellence with commercial insight and thrives in a high-accountability, values-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of the firm's financial strategy and reporting function
• Deliver high-quality financial and management reports that support business insight and decision-making
• Prepare, review, and analyse financial statements and ensure full compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements
• Work closely with investment, compliance, and operations teams to align financial reporting with business performance
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling for internal strategic planning
• Drive continuous improvement in controls, systems, and reporting processes
• Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and regulatory obligations
• Participate in or lead special projects such as M&A, valuations, due diligence, or strategic financial reviews
• Contribute to a culture of excellence, integrity, and ethical accountability

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered CA (SA) having passed the Board Exams on 1st attempt.
• Good working knowledge on Accounting Package (Pastel, Oracle, Caseware, MDA etc)
• A Masters in Business Administration, Masters in Taxation or Masters in Accounting would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years post articles experience.
• Experience in financial services, audit, investment, or transaction advisory roles preferred.

Strong technical grounding in IFRS, financial reporting, and analysis Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet demanding deadlines Strong Excel skills; exposure to financial systems, modelling or BI tools is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills High level of integrity, discretion, and ethical responsibility Ambitious, intellectually curious, and committed to delivering high-quality work Value a high-performance culture grounded in trust, ethics, and accountability Has a growth mindset, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Commercially aware and eager to play a role in shaping financial strategy and outcomes

Career impact : Be part of a high-caliber team where your contribution influences strategy, performance, and growth

Ethical foundation : Join a firm with strong values and a commitment to long-term value creation

Professional growth : Gain exposure to complex financial operations, strategic projects, and industry-leading best practices

Competitive rewards : Receive a remuneration package that reflects your expertise and contribution

We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment where high-performing professionals from all backgrounds can thrive.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance. Industries: Financial Services, Accounting, and Banking.