SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

CA Support; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Support in South Africa is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team. You will manage financial reporting, reconciliations, VAT/PAYE, and month-end activities across multiple entities, with strong controls and accurate records.

Requirements include a BCom in Accounting or related field, completed SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA articles, and 5+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Sage Evolution, Pastel or Xero and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or related qualification.
• Completed SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA articles.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end and interim financial results and support audits.
• Manage reconciliations and financial reporting across entities.
• Submit VAT returns and ensure SARS compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

multitasking

Communication

Independent worker

Education

BCom Accounting

Articles completed (SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA)

Tools

Sage Evolution

Pastel

Xero

Job description

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing year-end and interim financial results and supporting external audits and reviews
• Managing accurate financial records, reconciliations and financial reporting across various entities
• Preparing and submitting monthly VAT returns and ensuring compliance with SARS and other statutory requirements
• Performing VAT and income tax control account reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting annual CIPC returns and ultimate beneficial ownership declarations
• Overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, including supplier payments, customer invoicing and payroll-related processes
• Monitoring and accurately allocating operational costs, including fuel, tolls, tyres and vehicle maintenance
• Assisting with route profitability analysis and other operational financial reporting
• Working closely with depot and operations teams to provide financial information and support
• Maintaining effective financial controls and identifying areas where processes can be improved
• Assisting the Financial Manager with various accounting, reporting and finance-related projects

Requirements:

• BCom Accounting, Finance or related qualification, or equivalent
• Completed articles with SAIPA, SAICA or CIMA
• Minimum 5 years' relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Proven experience in financial reporting, reconciliations and statutory compliance
• Good working knowledge of South African tax, particularly VAT and PAYE
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage Evolution, Pastel, Xero or similar
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• High attention to detail with sound analytical and problem-solving ability
• Able to work independently, take ownership and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

The opportunity:

This role offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a diverse finance function, with broad exposure across multiple companies, industries and operational environments. It is well suited to a proactive accounting professional who wants a role with variety, responsibility and the opportunity to work closely with management and the broader business.