Chartered Accountant

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Global organisation

Hybrid Johannesburg

Diverse projects exposure

Collaborative leadership

Career progression

Performance-driven environment

Technical & commercial growth

Job summary

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a globally recognised financial services organisation to connect with talented Chartered Accountants (CA(SA)) from nearing qualification to up to 8 years post-articles experience. The role is based in Johannesburg with a hybrid working arrangement and a permanent, full-time contract.

You will gain exposure to financial reporting, taxation, strategic projects and commercial decision-making, with opportunities to take on greater responsibility as your career

Qualifications

• Nearly qualified or fully qualified CA(SA) with up to 8 years post-articles experience.
• Strong accounting and financial reporting background.
• Good understanding of IFRS, financial statements and taxation principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial information.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ambition to develop professionally and take on increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and analyse financial statements and management reports.
• Support financial reporting, taxation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Analyse financial and operational data to identify business improvements.
• Partner with internal teams and senior stakeholders on financial and commercial matters.
• Assist with strategic projects, process improvements and operational initiatives.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Ensure accuracy, compliance and high standards of financial governance.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Take ownership of responsibilities appropriate to your level of experience.

Skills

CA(SA) qualification

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Excel skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent & collaborative work

Education

CA(SA)/Chartered Accountant qualification

Tools

CaseWare

Xero

Sage

Draftworx

Job description

Chartered Accountant | CA(SA)

Location: Johannesburg | Hybrid

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Industry: Financial Services | Professional Services | Tax & Accounting

Experience: Nearly Qualified to 8 Years Post-Articles

Ready for Your Next Career Move?

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a globally recognised financial services organisation to connect with talented Chartered Accountants (CA(SA)), from professionals nearing qualification to experienced CA's with up to 8 years of post-articles experience.

Whether you're completing the final stages of your CA(SA) journey, recently qualified or looking for your next challenge, this opportunity offers the chance to grow your career within a dynamic, internationally focused environment.

You’ll gain exposure to diverse business operations, financial reporting, taxation, strategic projects and commercial decision-making, with opportunities to take on greater responsibility as your career progresses.

About the Opportunity

You’ll work alongside experienced finance professionals and senior stakeholders, contributing to financial excellence, business performance and strategic initiatives.

Depending on your experience, your responsibilities may span technical accounting, financial analysis, tax compliance, business improvement and stakeholder engagement.

We’re looking for individuals who combine strong technical accounting foundations with commercial curiosity, analytical thinking and a genuine drive to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and analyse financial statements and management reports.
• Support financial reporting, taxation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Analyse financial and operational data to identify business improvements.
• Partner with internal teams and senior stakeholders on financial and commercial matters.
• Assist with strategic projects, process improvements and operational initiatives.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Ensure accuracy, compliance and high standards of financial governance.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Take ownership of responsibilities appropriate to your level of experience.

What We’re Looking For

• Nearly qualified or fully qualified CA(SA), with up to 8 years of post-articles experience.
• Strong academic background and a solid foundation in accounting and financial reporting.
• Good understanding of IFRS, financial statements and taxation principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial information.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ambition to develop professionally and take on increasing responsibility.

Advantageous Experience

• Experience within financial services, professional services or an accounting practice.
• Exposure to international clients or multinational organisations.
• Experience with financial reporting, tax compliance or SARS submissions.
• Knowledge of CaseWare, Xero, Sage, Draftworx or similar accounting systems.
• Commercial finance, financial analysis or business partnering experience.
• Exposure to strategic projects or process improvement initiatives.

What’s On Offer?

• Competitive, market-related remuneration, aligned with experience.
• Opportunity to join a globally recognised financial services organisation.
• Hybrid working arrangement in Johannesburg.
• Exposure to diverse financial, operational and commercial projects.
• Collaboration with experienced finance professionals and senior leadership.
• Professional development and opportunities for career progression.
• A dynamic, performance-driven environment where initiative is valued.
• Opportunities to develop both technical and commercial expertise.

Who Would Thrive Here?

Someone who is ambitious, analytically minded and excited about building a meaningful career in finance.

Whether you’re about to qualify or already have several years of post-articles experience, we’re interested in professionals who bring strong fundamentals, fresh ideas and a willingness to take ownership.