Senior Accountant — SME Focus (UK & SA)

123 Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumer is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Johannesburg to join our Accounting hub. The role focuses on preparing financial statements for various entity types and ensuring UK regulatory compliance under a people-first approach.

You will work with Monahans and other hubs to deliver accurate reporting, liaise with clients, and support senior staff on audits and advisory tasks. A strong UK-experience emphasis is required.

Qualifications

• SAIPA Accountant (or similar e.g. CIMA / AGA(SA)) with full accounting function experience.
• Experience with UK accounts and compliance guidance is essential.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, and companies.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; assist with month-end processes.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and relevant tax regulations.
• Liaise with clients to gather financial information and resolve queries promptly.
• Support senior accountants and auditors with ad hoc tasks and reporting.

Skills

SAIPA Accountant

Education

SAIPA qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Description

Sumer is a growing network of accounting firms across the UK and South Africa, focused on supporting SME businesses with high-quality, tailored financial services. We have 14 different hubs based across the UK and South Africa. Across the group we deliver audit, tax, accounting, and advisory services with a people-first approach.

Department: Accounting

Location: Johannesburg

Description

Sumer is a growing network of accounting firms across the UK and South Africa, focused on supporting SME businesses with high-quality, tailored financial services. We have 14 different hubs based across the UK and South Africa. Across the group we deliver audit, tax, accounting, and advisory services with a people-first approach.

Monahans. one of Sumer’s hubs, works closely with small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK. We help clients navigate complex financial needs - from compliance and reporting to strategic business advice - so they can focus on running and growing their businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare accurate financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and assist with month-end processes.

Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and relevant tax regulations.

Liaise with clients to gather financial information and resolve queries promptly.

Support senior accountants and auditors with ad hoc tasks and reporting as required.

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

SAIPA Accountant (or similar e.g. CIMA / AGA(SA)) with full accounting function experience

UK Accounts Experience - Essential

Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)

Strong understanding of bookkeeping and financial reporting principles

Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy

Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively

Good communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration