Senior Accountant

Pro-Match Recruitment; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro-Match Recruitment in Somerset West seeks an experienced Accountant to lead client accounting tasks, review financial statements, and oversee statutory submissions. The role requires 5–8 years in accounting, strong leadership, and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities include client communications, workflow planning, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards, with opportunities to advance within a dynamic practice environment.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 certificate.
• Degree or diploma in accounting/finance.
• 5–8 years of relevant accounting experience.
• SAICA/SAIPA articles advantageous.
• Experience reviewing junior staff work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review annual financial statements and management reports.
• Review reconciliations (bank, debtors, creditors).
• Maintain general ledger and accounting records.
• Oversee VAT, PAYE and other statutory submissions.
• Meet monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines across clients.
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with auditors.
• Review junior accountants' work and provide feedback.
• Train and mentor junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Manage client communication and resolve queries.

Skills

Leadership

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Independence

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Client service

Mentoring junior staff

Proactive approach

Workload prioritisation

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or diploma

SAICA/SAIPA articles advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage

Xero

Syft

Draftworx

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric / Grade 12 certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Completed SAICA, SAIPA or equivalent articles will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5-8 years’ relevant experience within an accounting environment, preferably within an accounting practice.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices and financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience with accounting and financial software such as Sage, Xero, Syft, Draftworx or similar platforms.
• Previous experience reviewing junior staff members’ work.
• Proven ability to manage multiple clients, priorities and accounting deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and review accurate annual financial statements and management reports.
• Review bank, debtors, creditors and other account reconciliations.
• Maintain and review accurate general ledger accounts and accounting records.
• Oversee VAT, PAYE and other statutory submissions.
• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual accounting deadlines across the client portfolio.
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with auditors where required.
• Review accounting work completed by Junior Accountants and provide constructive feedback.
• Train, mentor and provide ongoing support to junior team members.
• Ensure client accounting records comply with relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Manage client communication and professionally resolve accounting-related queries.
• Identify and address discrepancies, accounting issues and areas requiring corrective action.
• Assist management with workflow planning, workload allocation and improving operational efficiency.
• Monitor outstanding client information and ensure deadlines are consistently met.Perform ad hoc accounting and administrative duties as required.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while effectively contributing to and managing a team environment.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong client service and relationship management skills.
• Ability to mentor, develop and support junior team members.
• Proactive, professional and dependable approach.
• Strong ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple client requirements simultaneously.