Financial Manager/Senior Accountant

Vito Solutions; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique family office management firm is seeking a detailed and experienced Financial Manager/Senior Accountant in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role involves managing offshore trusts' financial reporting and day-to-day administration throughout the year. Candidates should possess a BComm degree and be SAIPA qualified, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with Xero and strong accounting knowledge, especially in offshore trust structures, are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 3 years post-article experience required.
• At least 5/6 years in a similar role.
• Experience with financial reporting software/tools.

Responsibilities

• Compile annual financial statements for offshore trusts.
• Act as a Trust Officer managing offshore trust matters.
• Perform monthly accounting duties using Xero.

Skills

Strong knowledge of offshore trust structures

Proficient in drafting financial statements

Attention to detail

Familiarity with Xero

Strong time management

Excellent communication

Ability to work independently

Education

BComm degree

SAIPA qualified

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the job Financial Manager/Senior Accountant

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Permanent

COMPANY:

A boutique family office management firm.

LOCATION:

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

WORKING MODEL:

Onsite

JOB OVERVIEW:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experiencedFinancial Manager/Senior Accountantto manage offshore trusts' financial reporting and administration. This role has a dual focus: preparing annual financial statements during the first half of the year and acting as a trust officer during the second half. In addition, you will handle the monthly accounting of the business using Xero.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

January - May:

• Compile annual financial statements for offshore trusts.
• Draft from General Ledgers to Trial Balances and final Annual Financial Statements.

June - December:

• Act as a Trust Officer, managing day-to-day offshore trust matters and administrative functions.

Ongoing throughout the year:

• Perform monthly accounting duties for the business using Xero.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of offshore trust structures and accounting practices.
• Proficient in drafting financial statements from scratch (GL TB AFS).
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Familiarity with Xero cloud accounting software.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• BComm degree.
• SAIPA qualified (non-negotiable).

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 3 years post-article experience (non-negotiable).
• At least 5/6 years of experience in a similar role.

ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:

• Prior exposure to international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
• Experience with offshore fiduciary services.
• Knowledge of tax implications relating to offshore trusts.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with financial reporting software/tools beyond Xero.

**Please note: If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.