Senior Accountant

Recruitment Legends; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 380.000 - 640.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Zuydam is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a structured, professional practice in South Africa. The role demands accurate financial work, adherence to deadlines, and strong accounting knowledge.

Experience with Xero and familiarity with CaseWare or GreatSoft are highly valued, along with SARS compliance, VAT and payroll awareness. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively in both Afrikaans and English, work independently, and thrive in a deadline-driven environment.

Formación

• Completed SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA articles (or equivalent relevant professional experience).
• 3–5 years of working experience within an accounting firm environment.
• Strong Xero knowledge (required).
• Advantageous: CaseWare and/or GreatSoft experience.
• Solid understanding of SARS compliance, VAT, and payroll-related matters.
• Professional written and verbal communication in Afrikaans and English.

Conocimientos

Technical accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Educación

SAIPA/SAICA/CA articles or equivalent

Herramientas

Xero

CaseWare

GreatSoft

Descripción del empleo

Job Specification: Senior Accountant Position Overview Job Title: Senior Accountant Company: Zuydam (zuydam.co.za) Work Environment: Structured professional environment with flexible working hours Remuneration: Market-related (based on experience...

Minimum Requirements

• Qualifications: Completed SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA articles (or equivalent relevant professional experience).
• Experience: 3 to 5 years of working experience within an accounting firm environment.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero (required).
• Advantageous: Experience with CaseWare and/or GreatSoft.
• Compliance: Solid understanding of SARS compliance, VAT, and payroll-related matters.
• Soft Skills: Ability to work independently, manage strict deadlines, and demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills in both Afrikaans and English.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Work Ethic: Reliable, accurate, and strictly deadline-driven with the ability to take ownership of assigned work.
• Client-Centric: Service-oriented and comfortable interacting directly with clients in both Afrikaans and English.
• Confidence & Adaptability: Confident in navigating Xero-related queries and eager to learn and grow within a structured professional setup.
• Collaboration: A strong team player who thrives in a dynamic practice environment.