Senior Accountant

Advius (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Advius (Pty) Ltd in Durban is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting and statutory work, supervise the Junior Accountant, and ensure accuracy of reconciliations.

The role centers on VAT and PAYE returns, bank reconciliations and month-end processes, with emphasis on detail, deadlines, and independent work.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Qualification in Accounting or a related field
• Proven accounting experience (min 3 years)
• Knowledge of VAT and PAYE calculations and submissions
• Sound understanding of accounting principles
• Knowledge of debtors and creditors processes (advantageous)

Responsibilities

• Capturing and processing financial transactions
• Preparing and submitting VAT and PAYE returns
• Performing bank reconciliations and general bookkeeping
• Assisting with monthly accounting functions
• Reviewing and reconciling complex balance sheet accounts
• Managing fixed asset registers
• Reconciling inter company transactions
• Supervising, reviewing and signing off work completed by the Junior Accountant

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Deadline-oriented

Communication skills

Education

Accounting qualification or related field

Job description

Durban, South Africa | Posted on 11/06/2026

Our client is an established accounting practice offering accounting, taxation and financial services to a range of business clients in the Durban area.

The Senior Accountant will manage the practice's day-to-day accounting and statutory work, take responsibility for more complex reconciliations, and supervise and sign off the work of the Junior Accountant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Capturing and processing financial transactions
• Preparing and submitting VAT and PAYE returns
• Performing bank reconciliations and general bookkeeping
• Assisting with monthly accounting functions
• Reviewing and reconciling complex balance sheet accounts
• Managing fixed asset registers
• Reconciling inter company transactions
• Supervising, reviewing and signing off work completed by the Junior Accountant

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Qualification in Accounting or a related field
• Proven accounting experience (min 3 years)
• Knowledge of VAT and PAYE calculations and submissions
• Sound understanding of accounting principles
• Knowledge of debtors and creditors processes (advantageous)

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines
• Good communication and organisational skills