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Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Accounting Manager to lead a client-facing accounts team, with a particular focus on clients in the construction and project-based industries. This role involves managing deliverables, improving processes, and developing internal capabilities-not overseeing the full finance function. A core responsibility will be to strengthen and support the existing team (5 staff members), ensuring consistency, accuracy, and client satisfaction, while allowing room for strategic contributions and innovation.

This position will initially be full-time, in office based in Germiston region (8am - 5pm), at a later stage becoming a hybrid role.

Key Responsibilities

Client Accounting

Oversee day-to-day delivery of accounting services to clients

Ensure compliance with accounting and tax regulations

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports

Support preparation of annual financial statements and budgets

Draft and manage fee proposals and engagement letters

Maintain professional communication with clients regarding all accounting matters

Provide support on project-based and construction-related financial needs

Understand and manage contract accounting, job costing, WIP schedules, and project reporting

Assist clients with industry-specific compliance and structuring

Internal Operations & Reporting

Manage monthly billing cycles, WIP reports, and timesheet reviews

Track internal deadlines and resource planning

Collaborate with leadership to improve systems and processes

Team Leadership

Train, develop, and motivate team members

Ensure quality control and timely delivery of outputs

Build a strong, self-reliant team culture

Client Growth & Support

Identify opportunities to expand services within the existing client base

Support onboarding of new clients and projects

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (SAIPA/SAICA articles preferred)

Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting, including construction or project-based accounting

Strong understanding of cost tracking, WIP, and job costing

Proven experience managing teams and client relationships

Proficient in accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage) and Excel

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills

People orientated individual, strong team player

Mandarin-speaking candidates will be highly advantageous, given the nature of some client interactions.