Head of Accounting

Ntice Search Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a meticulous Head of Accounting to steer financial reporting and compliance. This pivotal role is ideal for a qualified Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in leading finance teams. You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial operations while maintaining compliance with IFRS and corporate standards. The position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to a proudly South African company with a global presence. If you are passionate about precision and accountability, this role is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 7+ years of experience in finance.
• Proven leadership skills in managing finance teams and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Prepare financial statements and oversee audits for compliance.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Tax Compliance

Audit Preparation

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

IFRS

Job description

Join Atlantis Foundries - A proudly South African operation with global reach.

Atlantis Foundries, a global leader in the manufacturing of high-quality engine blocks, is part of the Daimler Truck family - a key driver behind our growth across Africa, the Americas, and Europe.

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Head of Accounting to lead our financial reporting and compliance functions with precision and integrity. Based in Atlantis, Western Cape, this role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant who has proven experience managing and mentoring a finance team.

As the senior finance leader, you'll be responsible for the accuracy, structure, and integrity of our financial operations. Your key focus will be ensuring our financial records are complete, compliant, and audit-ready, with timely reporting in accordance with IFRS and corporate standards.

You'll take ownership of historical financial reporting, tax compliance, audit preparation, and the maintenance of robust financial systems and controls.

If you're a hands-on leader with a passion for precision, process, and accountability - and you're ready to bring your expertise to a proudly South African company with a global footprint - we'd love to hear from you.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leading and developing a high-performing finance team.
• Preparing financial statements in line with IFRS and Daimler Truck requirements.
• Overseeing external audits and ensuring full tax compliance.
• Managing accounting functions: month-end closure, auditing, taxation, accounts payable & receivable.
• Implementing and maintaining strong internal control systems.
• Handling deferred tax calculations and the annual tax return.
• Supporting strategic decisions through robust financial analysis and reporting.

Education & Requirements:

• Must be a Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
• A minimum of 7 years' work experience coupled with 3 years of leading a team.
• Ideally, you will have experience in a manufacturing environment; however, candidates from other sectors will be considered if you can demonstrate a successful transition into a new industry in the past.
• Working knowledge of IFRS.
• High integrity with a commitment to South African legal, statutory, and financial standards.