Senior Accountant (TrueProp)

Profile Personnel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This role involves assisting the Financial Manager with financial reporting, compliance, and business decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a BCom degree, intermediate Excel skills, and 2–3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing annual financial statements, managing audit files, and performing financial analyses. This opportunity offers exposure across multiple subsidiaries in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• BCom degree or equivalent required.
• Intermediate Excel skills necessary.
• 2–3 years’ relevant work experience in accounting or auditing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operational and financial reporting across subsidiaries.
• Prepare annual financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Manage audit files and respond to auditor queries.

Skills

Works well under pressure

High degree of accuracy

Analytical

Team-oriented

Education

BCom degree or equivalent

Tools

GreatSoft

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join a fast-moving finance team. You will work closely with the Financial Manager, taking responsibility for accurate financial reporting, compliance, and supporting business decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure across multiple subsidiaries and contribute to a growing, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Financial Manager with operational and financial reporting across subsidiaries
• Review and/or prepare management packs
• Prepare annual financial statements and supporting schedules
• Update centralised regional reports for review
• Perform ad hoc analysis and tasks as required, including documenting business processes
• Review and prepare tax computations, provisional tax calculations, and dividend payouts
• Prepare tax returns on GreatSoft
• Assist with VAT verifications, IT14SDs, and other SARS-related tax queries
• Manage audit files and respond to auditor queries
• Prepare financial reports for shareholdersPrepare and manage cash flow forecasts

Candidate Requirements

Knowledge & Experience:

• BCom degree or equivalent
• SAIPA/SAICA registration beneficial but not required
• Articles or experience within a small audit/accounting practice advantageous
• Intermediate Excel skills
• 2–3 years’ relevant work experience

Skills:

• Works well under pressure in a deadline-driven environment
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical and proactive
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic