Chartered Accountant

Kelesedi Accounting Services; eMalahleni; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services firm in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga, seeks a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) to oversee financial management and compliance. The role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in auditing or financial management, with advanced Excel skills and a strong analytical mindset. This position offers attractive remuneration, CPD support, and a flexible working environment. Interested candidates should submit their CV and relevant documents.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration with annual performance bonus

Full SAICA CPD support and career progression

Exposure to high-value projects

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience in financial management or auditing.
• Proven expertise in public sector finance, project accounting, or engineering environments is advantageous.
• South African citizenship or valid work permit required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial statement preparation in line with IFRS and GRAP standards.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Design, implement, and monitor internal financial controls and policies.
• Lead financial audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, PFMA, and Treasury Regulations.
• Provide financial insights to support project bidding, costing, and profitability.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Kelesedi Accounting Services (KAS) is a fast-growing Accounting and Audit company providing Tax, HR, Audit services, business advisory and assurance services to leading power stations and industrial clients across South Africa.

Why We're Hiring

KAS is strengthening its internal control environment and audit capability to ensure sustainable growth, compliance, and operational excellence across all sites and business functions.

Location: Emalahleni, Mpumalanga (Hybrid : Remote & On-site as required)

Contract Type: Permanent / Full-time

Closing Date: 20 November

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial statement preparation in line with IFRS and GRAP standards.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Design, implement, and monitor internal financial controls and policies.
• Lead financial audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, PFMA, and Treasury Regulations.
• Provide financial insights to support project bidding, costing, and profitability.

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) with current SAICA membership – mandatory.
• Minimum 7 years post‑qualification experience in financial management or auditing.
• Proven expertise in public sector finance, project accounting, or engineering environments highly advantageous.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• South African citizenship or valid work permit required.

What We Offer

• Attractive remuneration with annual performance bonus.
• Full SAICA CPD support and career progression pathways.
• Exposure to high-value infrastructure and government‑aligned projects.
• Modern, inclusive workplace with flexible working options.

How to Apply

Submit your CV, certified copy of your CA(SA) certificate, SAICA membership proof, and a cover letter with the subject line "CA(SA) Application – KES" to the designated email address or portal.