Senior Accountant - Xero Specialist, Flexible Hours

Recruitment Legends; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Zuydam is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a structured, professional practice in South Africa. The role demands accurate financial work, adherence to deadlines, and strong accounting knowledge.

Experience with Xero and familiarity with CaseWare or GreatSoft are highly valued, along with SARS compliance, VAT and payroll awareness. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively in both Afrikaans and English, work independently, and thrive in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Completed SAIPA, CIMA, or SAICA articles (or equivalent relevant professional experience).
• 3–5 years of working experience within an accounting firm environment.
• Strong Xero knowledge (required).
• Advantageous: CaseWare and/or GreatSoft experience.
• Solid understanding of SARS compliance, VAT, and payroll-related matters.
• Professional written and verbal communication in Afrikaans and English.

Skills

Technical accounting

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

SAIPA/SAICA/CA articles or equivalent

Tools

Xero

CaseWare

GreatSoft

Job description

Zuydam is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a structured, professional practice in South Africa. The role demands accurate financial work, adherence to deadlines, and strong accounting knowledge.

Experience with Xero and familiarity with CaseWare or GreatSoft are highly valued, along with SARS compliance, VAT and payroll awareness. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively in both Afrikaans and English, work independently, and thrive in a deadline-driven environment.