Global CPA: Financial Reporting & Audit Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus structure

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a rapidly growing multinational in Cape Town to hire a Financial Reporting Specialist with a CPA and deep US GAAP/IFRS expertise. The role focuses on accurate, timely financial reporting for the SA division, including audits and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Oracle or NetSuite and advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA or equivalent certification mandatory.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience with emphasis on financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS essential.
• Experience with financial statement prep and audit support.
• Proficiency in Oracle/NetSuite and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze complex financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, and local requirements.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies with strong internal controls.
• Lead coordination of annual financial audits with external auditors.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and risks/opportunities.
• Assist in budgets and forecasts with department heads.
• Ensure timely filing of tax returns and regulatory reports.
• Identify and implement process improvements for reporting efficiency.
• Stay updated on accounting standards and regulatory changes.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Audit support

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a rapidly growing multinational in Cape Town to hire a Financial Reporting Specialist with a CPA and deep US GAAP/IFRS expertise. The role focuses on accurate, timely financial reporting for the SA division, including audits and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Oracle or NetSuite and advanced Excel.