Senior Accountant

Flink Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a skilled accountant to manage end-to-end accounting operations with a focus on strategic financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a senior role, proficiency in Xero accounting software, and strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS standards. This is a full-time, office-based position located in Centurion, Gauteng, requiring a valid Driver's License and own vehicle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a senior accounting role with experience in complex financial operations.
• Competence in the advertising/corporate gifting industry is advantageous.
• Valid South African ID and Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all daily accounting operations including accounts payable and receivable.
• Oversee the invoicing lifecycle and ensure accurate client billing.
• Prepare monthly profit and loss statements and cash flow reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and facilitate audits.

Skills

Xero expertise

Advanced Excel functions

Core accounting principles (GAAP / IFRS)

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Tools

Xero accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

This pivotal role involves taking complete ownership of our end-to-end accounting operations, directly contributing to our sustained financial health and operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

End-to-End Financial Management

Assume full responsibility for all daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger reconciliation, operating with minimal supervision.

Xero System Champion, Act as the primary expert for Xero, utilising its full capabilities to manage transactions, generate robust financial reports, and continuously optimise system usage for peak efficiency.

Revenue & Cash Flow Optimisation

Oversee the entire invoicing lifecycle, ensuring accurate and timely client billing and meticulous record-keeping of all issued invoices, payments, and outstanding balances.

Proactively manage debtor accounts, including monthly statement distribution, query resolution, and professional, effective collection efforts to maintain healthy cash flow.

Reconcile sales orders with invoices, guaranteeing precise revenue recognition.

Efficiently handle client billing inquiries and swiftly resolve any discrepancies.

Strategic Financial Reporting

Prepare and analyse comprehensive monthly profit and loss statements and cash flow reports.

Translate financial data into actionable insights that support strategic business decisions.

Financial Integrity & Compliance

Maintain a robust chart of accounts, ensuring all financial records are current and impeccably organised.

Guarantee strict adherence to all relevant financial regulations and internal policies, facilitating seamless internal and external audit processes.

Expense Control

Accurately process and reconcile all company expenses, ensuring proper coding and budget alignment.

This includes the meticulous handling of company credit card and petty cash claims.

Payroll Collaboration

Provide essential support for payroll processing and related reconciliations, contributing to a smooth and accurate payroll cycle.

Statutory compliance

Take full responsibility for all statutory compliance, including compliance, registration, maintenance and submissions for POPIA, BEE, COIDA, CIPC, UIF, PAYE (EMP and EMP), Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety and all industry specific requirements.

Process Innovation

Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting function, identifying and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Stakeholder Engagement

Communicate financial matters clearly and effectively across all internal departments and to senior management.

Collaborate strategically with the Financial Manager, external auditors, and advisors.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Qualified Professional; A relevant accounting qualification (e.g., Degree in Accounting, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Proven Experience

A minimum of 5 years in a senior accounting role, with a demonstrated capacity for autonomous work and managing complex financial operations.

Competence in the advertising / corporate gifting industry and knowledge of ecommerce is highly advantageous.

Xero Mastery Extensive, hands‑on expertise with Xero accounting software is non‑negotiable.

(Please highlight your proficiency and any advanced Xero skills in your application.)

Strong understanding of core accounting principles (GAAP / IFRS) and financial reporting standards.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel functions for data analysis and Microsoft Teams for collaborative efficiency.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

Valid SA ID

Valid Driver's License

Own vehicle (mandatory)

Please note that this is a full time, office-based position in Centurion, which may require overtime work from time to time.

Employment Details

Employment Type : Permanent Employment

Industry : Advertising and Marketing

Work space preference : Work Onsite

Ideal work province : Gauteng

Ideal work city : Centurion

Salary bracket : Drivers License : CODE B (Car)

Own car needed : Yes