Senior Accounting Leader — Payroll, VAT & Year‑End

RPO Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 720 000; Full time

Job summary

An established Engineering Consulting firm in Gauteng is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to lead their finance team. The role involves managing payroll, VAT reconciliations, and the preparation of management accounts, with a focus on client liaison. Ideal candidates will possess technical savvy in accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and Pastel, along with a strong understanding of taxation. A competitive salary ranging from R600K to R720K per year is offered, along with paid time off.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Salary negotiable

Qualifications

• Experience in handling year-end accounting preparations.
• Ability to address and resolve client queries.
• Understanding taxation for efficient advice to clients.
• Proven ability to manage accounting departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll and ensure accurate processing.
• Perform VAT reconciliations and submission.
• Prepare and review management accounts.
• Train and oversee a team of accountants.
• Liaise with clients to maintain relationships.

Skills

Technical savvy with accounting software

Understanding of accounting standards

Taxation knowledge

Client management

Leadership of accounting team

Tools

Xero

Sage

Pastel

Job description

An established Engineering Consulting firm in Gauteng is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to lead their finance team. The role involves managing payroll, VAT reconciliations, and the preparation of management accounts, with a focus on client liaison. Ideal candidates will possess technical savvy in accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and Pastel, along with a strong understanding of taxation. A competitive salary ranging from R600K to R720K per year is offered, along with paid time off.