Remote Senior Accountant - Tax, GAAP & Reporting Leader

Prime System Solutions

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 400,000 - 600,000

Full time

14 days+
Application generator

Turn this role into an interview — a resume and cover letter built around what this employer wants.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Prime System Solutions is seeking a detail-driven Senior Accountant in Cape Town, South Africa. In this key role, you'll focus on tax compliance, financial reporting, and collections within a fast-paced Managed IT Services environment. You will work closely with leadership to manage financial operations and support strategic business decisions. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 4-5 years of relevant accounting experience, with strong knowledge of GAAP. The position offers a fully remote work opportunity.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 4-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, file and maintain corporate income tax, payroll tax, and sales tax filings.
  • Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
  • Prepare, review, and post journal entries to the general ledger.
  • Assist in the monthly and quarterly closing processes.
  • Support internal IT budget planning and analysis.

Skills

GAAP compliance
Tax preparation
Financial reporting
Account reconciliation
Use of QuickBooks/Xero/NetSuite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks
Xero
NetSuite

Job description

Prime System Solutions is seeking a detail-driven Senior Accountant in Cape Town, South Africa. In this key role, you'll focus on tax compliance, financial reporting, and collections within a fast-paced Managed IT Services environment. You will work closely with leadership to manage financial operations and support strategic business decisions. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 4-5 years of relevant accounting experience, with strong knowledge of GAAP. The position offers a fully remote work opportunity.
Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Senior Accountant - Remote GAAP & Tax Compliance Expert
Senior Accountant - Remote GAAP & Tax Compliance Expert

Prime System Solutions • South Africa

On-site
ZAR 500,000 - 650,000
Completely remote
Remote Senior Accountant - Tax, GAAP & FinOps Expert
Remote Senior Accountant - Tax, GAAP & FinOps Expert

Prime System Solutions • Johannesburg

On-site
ZAR 450,000 - 600,000
Remote Senior Accountant — Lead GAAP & Financial Strategy
Remote Senior Accountant — Lead GAAP & Financial Strategy

Placements24 • Mbombela (Nelspruit)

Hybrid
ZAR 480,000 - 720,000
Competitive salary + bonuses
Fully remote work environment
Medical & retirement benefits
+2
Senior Accountant – GAAP & Audit-Ready Specialist
Senior Accountant – GAAP & Audit-Ready Specialist

RPO Recruitment • South Africa

On-site
ZAR 460,000 - 560,000
Salary negotiable
Training & Development
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Remote US GAAP Reporting Accountant
Remote US GAAP Reporting Accountant

Acumen Group • Wes-Kaap

On-site
ZAR 500,000 - 700,000
Remote Senior Accountant: Client Advisory, Reporting
Remote Senior Accountant: Client Advisory, Reporting

Network Finance • Centurion

Remote
ZAR 500,000 - 700,000
Flexible working hours
Occasional travel opportunities
Remote Accountant — GAAP Pro with Flexible Hours
Remote Accountant — GAAP Pro with Flexible Hours

Placements24 • Cape Town

Hybrid
ZAR 550,000 - 900,000
Fully remote work arrangement
Remote Senior Accountant - Cloud-Based Practice
Remote Senior Accountant - Cloud-Based Practice

Sagen Advisory • George

On-site
ZAR 360,000 - 420,000
Remote Cloud Senior Accountant | UK/International
Remote Cloud Senior Accountant | UK/International

Sagen Advisory • Cape Town

Remote
ZAR 360,000 - 520,000
Remote Senior Financial Accountant | IFRS & Tax Expert
Remote Senior Financial Accountant | IFRS & Tax Expert

Placements24 • Sandton

Hybrid
ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000
Medical aid
Life cover
Retirement savings plan
+2