Senior Financial Accountant & Finance Team Lead

Talentedrecruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing hardware distribution company in Durban is seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to manage daily transactions, prepare VAT reports, and lead a finance team. The ideal candidate will have a BCom in Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. Proficiency in Pastel Evolution is essential, along with strong leadership and communication skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to drive financial improvements and liaise with auditors and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as Financial Accountant or in a similar role.
• Articles and industry experience is advantageous.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review daily financial transactions including bank petty cash creditors and journals.
• Prepare and submit VAT EMP201 / EMP501 and monthly management reports.
• Lead a small finance team and ensure timely task execution.

Skills

Financial Statement Preparation

Accounting Software

General Ledger Accounting

Financial Analysis

GAAP

Account Reconciliation

Regulatory Reporting

SOX

Hyperion

SRP systems

Education

BCom in Accounting / Advanced Diploma / B-Tech in finance

Tools

Pastel Evolution

Job description

A fast-growing hardware distribution company in Durban is seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to manage daily transactions, prepare VAT reports, and lead a finance team. The ideal candidate will have a BCom in Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. Proficiency in Pastel Evolution is essential, along with strong leadership and communication skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to drive financial improvements and liaise with auditors and other stakeholders.