Senior Financial Accountant & Finance Team Lead

SRG Financial Placements; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

SRG Financial Placements in Durban is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead a finance team. The role covers financial reporting, oversight of AP/AR, cash flow management, tax compliance, and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 5–7 years of accounting experience with 2+ years in a supervisory capacity, and solid VAT/SA tax expertise. Articles are advantageous and the ability to work independently is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; articles advantageous.
• 5–7 years accounting experience with 2+ years in a senior/supervisory role.
• Strong management accounts, month-end and year-end experience.
• Solid VAT & SA tax expertise.
• Proven ability to lead teams and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Financial reporting, AP/AR oversight, cash flow, tax & compliance, team leadership.
• Internal controls and business partnering.

Skills

Management accounts

Month-end

Year-end

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

VAT

SA tax

Leadership

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

SRG Financial Placements in Durban is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to lead a finance team. The role covers financial reporting, oversight of AP/AR, cash flow management, tax compliance, and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 5–7 years of accounting experience with 2+ years in a supervisory capacity, and solid VAT/SA tax expertise. Articles are advantageous and the ability to work independently is essential.