Senior Accountant

Humankind; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established multinational company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their finance team. The ideal candidate is a newly qualified CA(SA) or has completed SAIPA articles with at least 5 years of experience in a dynamic accounting environment. Responsibilities include managing financial records, IFRS reporting, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. This role offers growth and exposure to international standards while working within a skilled finance team.

Benefits

Exposure to international reporting standards

Collaboration within a skilled finance team

Qualifications

• Eager to grow within a dynamic accounting environment.
• At least 5 years experience preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Fixed Asset Register and CAPEX planning.
• Perform Work in Progress (WiP) calculations.
• Handle IFRS 16 reporting and reconciliations.
• Conduct payroll reconciliations.
• Oversee inventory movement and Cost of Sales analysis.
• Manage VAT and Income Tax compliance.
• Ensure adherence to statutory requirements.
• Prepare and review management accounts.

Skills

Strong passion and interest in accounting

Excellent work ethic

Strong analytical ability

Advanced Excel proficiency

Detail-oriented

Team player

Proven ability to manage accounting figures

Knowledge of internal controls

Education

Newly qualified CA(SA) or completed SAIPA articles

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Dynamics GP

NetSuite

Job description

Senior Accountant Cape Town

Location: Cape Town

Type: Permanent Full-time

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Accountant to join a well-established multinational company based in Cape Town.

Were looking for a newly qualified CA(SA) eager to grow within a dynamic accounting environment or a candidate with completed SAIPA articles and at least 5 years experience who thrives in a fast-paced deadline-driven setting.

What Were Looking For

• Strong passion and interest in accounting
• Excellent work ethic and willingness to go the extra mile
• Strong analytical ability with a business-focused mindset
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Detail-oriented and highly accurate
• Team player who can also plan coordinate and lead to meet strict deadlines
• Proven ability to manage accounting figures and financial records
• Sound understanding of procurement processes (from PO to payment) an advantage
• Knowledge of internal controls within a multinational subsidiary environment

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Fixed Asset Register including CAPEX planning and depreciation
• Perform Work in Progress (WiP) calculations
• Handle IFRS 16 reporting and reconciliations
• Conduct payroll reconciliations and related provisions
• Oversee inventory movement and Cost of Sales (CoS) analysis
• Manage VAT and Income Tax compliance
• Ensure adherence to statutory requirements
• Prepare and review management accounts and support month-end processes

Whats in It for You

Join a global organisation that values accuracy efficiency and collaboration. Youll work alongside a skilled finance team gain exposure to international reporting standards and contribute to the success of a leading multinational business.

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,GAAP,Journal Entries,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Account Reconciliation,SOX,Microsoft Dynamics GP,NetSuite

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1