Senior Accountant

Conova Financial Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Conova Financial Recruitment in South Africa is seeking an experienced accounting professional to oversee daily accounting operations, journals and the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across financial activities.

The role covers month-, quarter- and year-end close support, payments, expenses, accounts payable and receivable, cash flow forecasting and international payroll coordination, all while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with Local and US GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience in general ledger, payroll, revenue recognition and cash flow.
• Part-qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, or qualified by experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting, journals and general ledger activities.
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close.
• Manage payments, expenses, accounts payable and receivable.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Coordinate international payroll and payroll reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and billing.
• Prepare financial schedules and management reports.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with Local and US GAAP.
• Maintain internal controls and improve accounting processes.
• Collaborate with international finance and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting, journals and general ledger activities.
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close.
• Manage payments, expenses, accounts payable and receivable.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Coordinate international payroll and payroll reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and billing.
• Prepare financial schedules and management reports.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with Local and US GAAP.
• Maintain internal controls and improve accounting processes.
• Collaborate with international finance and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Part-qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience in general ledger, payroll, revenue recognition and cash flow.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Beneficial Experience

• Multinational or international accounting experience.
• Knowledge of financial reporting standards and internal controls.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience working across time zones and with remote teams.