Senior Accountant, IFRS & Banking with Growth & Bonuses

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development support

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Senior Accountant to lead financial operations in Bloemfontein. The role involves managing daily accounting tasks, preparing IFRS-based statements, and supporting strategic financial planning to ensure accuracy and integrity.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in SAP/Oracle with advanced Excel. Banking sector experience is a plus, and the role offers growth within the finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CA(SA) or ACCA qualification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proficient in SAP/Oracle and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with IFRS reporting and banking sector advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, AP, and AR processes.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual IFRS financial statements.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
• Assist budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Support external audits with documentation and explanations.
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Mentor junior accounting staff.

Skills

Accounting

IFRS

Analytical thinking

Excel

Education

Bachelors in Accounting

CA(SA) / ACCA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Senior Accountant to lead financial operations in Bloemfontein. The role involves managing daily accounting tasks, preparing IFRS-based statements, and supporting strategic financial planning to ensure accuracy and integrity.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in SAP/Oracle with advanced Excel. Banking sector experience is a plus, and the role offers growth within the finance team.