Intermediate Accountant (Independent Reviewer)

BDO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO in Cape Town CBD seeks an Intermediate Accountant – Independent Reviewer to manage client engagements, deliver accounting, assurance and advisory services, and support junior staff. Strong technical accounting knowledge and client relationship skills are essential for driving engagement delivery and continuous improvement.

The role involves working with IFRS/IFRS for SMEs, Caseware, Xero, Sage Online, and Pastel to prepare financial statements and accounting journals, with a focus on

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' experience in an accounting practice.
• Experience with IFRS/IFRS for SMEs financial statements and tax compliance.
• Experience using Caseware, Xero, Sage Online, and Pastel.

Responsibilities

• Manage client engagements delivering accounting, assurance, and advisory services.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with firm methodologies and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Prepare and review financial statements and accounting journals.
• Monitor WIP and engagement budgets.
• Communicate progress to senior staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Client relationship management

Mentoring

Process improvement

Education

Accounting qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage Online

Caseware

Pastel

Job description

Intermediate Accountant (Independent Reviewer) (Cape Town CBD)

2026/08/14

Reference Number

BSOCACTN23Jun2026NR

Description

Primary Purpose of the Job

The Intermediate Accountant – Independent Reviewer manages a portfolio of client engagements, delivering accounting, assurance, and advisory services while ensuring compliance with professional standards. The role supports junior staff, maintains strong client relationships, and contributes to the efficient delivery of engagements. The successful candidate will possess strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and business development.

Key Responsibilities

Client Service & Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and responsiveness.
• Deliver high-quality client service while ensuring engagement objectives are achieved.
• Identify and communicate cross-selling opportunities for other BDO service offerings.

Engagement Delivery

• Perform annual write-up of accounting records using accounting software such as:
• Xero
• Sage Online
• Execute a variety of engagements, including:
• Agreed-Upon Procedures
• Compilation Engagements (ISRS 4410)
• Independent Review Engagements (ISRE 2400)
• Accounting Officer Engagements in terms of the Close Corporations Act and Companies Act
• Draft Annual Financial Statements in accordance with:
• IFRS
• IFRS for SMEs using Caseware (intermediate level).
• Prepare and propose accounting journals for client approval through the Senior Accountant or Manager.
• Perform basic tax computations for companies, close corporations, and trusts, including Special Allowances and Small Business Corporation calculations.
• Manage personal work-in-progress (WIP) and engagement budgets with guidance from senior staff.
• Provide regular progress updates to Senior Accountants and Managers.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, policies, procedures, and firm methodologies.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvements.
• Provide on-the-job training, mentoring, and support to junior team members.
• Assist colleagues where required to ensure effective service delivery.
• Deliver clear and concise feedback to management on engagement matters and quantitative findings.

Attend mandatory training and recommend development opportunities for team members.

Requirements

Qualifications/Recognition of Prior Learning

• Minimum 2-4 years' experience in an accounting practice.
• Experience with IFRS/IFRS for SMEs financial statement preparation and tax compliance.
• Experience using Caseware, Xero, Sage Online, and Pastel.

Work experience Required

• 2 to 4 years' experience in an accounting practice environment.
• Experience performing:
• Annual Financial Statement preparation
• Tax computations for companies, close corporations, and trusts