Statutory Accountant

EnerMech; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Cape Town is seeking a Statutory Accountant to join their finance team. The role involves overseeing compliance across the AMEC region, managing the audit process, and ensuring adherence to IFRS standards. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years in statutory accounting, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. Competitive opportunities await in a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in Statutory Accounting.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance matters across the AMEC region.
• Lead the AMEC audit process and prepare IFRS accounts.
• Ensure project compliance with tax and legal requirements.

Skills

Financial Reporting

IFRS knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Excel

Education

Qualified Accountant (CA (SA), CIMA, ACCA)

Tools

Integrated ERP business management systems

Job description

Position Overview:

Join EnerMech as a Statutory Accountant and be part of our dedicated finance team. In this role, you will oversee the compliance matters across the AMEC region, including statutory audits and tax returns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting:
• Lead on AMEC audit process for outstanding entity, preparing IFRS accounts across multiple countries.
• Liaise with external auditors, manager queries and ensure timely delivery of audit requirements.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure project compliance with tax, IFRS accounting standards, and legal requirements delivering returns in line with local and regional deadlines.
• Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations
• ·Assist the Finance Manager and wider Finance Department as required.

• Qualified Accountant (CA (SA), CIMA, ACCA)
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in Statutory Accounting.
• In-depth IFRS knowledge and ability to produce high-quality technical papers.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organisational skills and a process-led mindset.
• Able to work independently, prioritise effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Business Partnering with key stakeholders
• Experience working with integrated ERP business management systems
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel
• Experience working in a multinational business in Africa

Preferred:

• Exposure to fast paced organizational change
• Able to adapt to workload