Senior Accountant

A high-growth multi-entity group requires an experienced Senior Accountant to take ownership of the full bookkeeping and accounting function of the business. The company operates as a diversified group with core business lines in investment holdings, services, manufacturing, and rentals.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience and a strong understanding of accounting processes, reconciliations, and reporting. A financial qualification and professional membership to a regulatory body will be highly valued, along with experience in a Group environment, related party, investment holdings, and/or family office experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with the required qualification and experience to join an established and expanding business.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the full bookkeeping function from source documentation to trial balance.
• Prepare and reconcile bank accounts, debtors, creditors, and general ledgers.
• Compile monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Process payroll and maintain accurate employee records using Sage Payroll.
• Compile and manage forecasting, budgeting, cash-flow planning.
• Manage Statutory reporting, i.e. VAT, PAYE, SDL, CIPC, etc.
• Assist with month-end and year-end procedures.
• Liaise with external accountants and auditors as required.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Maintenance of fixed asset register and reconciling the assets to the general ledger.
• Responsible for implementing financial processes and controls.
• Perform any other reasonable task required by the company.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Tertiary Degree, Diploma, Certificate in Accounting, Finance, or similar.
• Minimum 15 years of bookkeeping and accounting experience.
• Completed SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA articles a definite benefit, along with a professional qualification.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Proficiency in Xero, Sage Payroll, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.

Remuneration:

• R600,000 to R720,000 per annum, depending on experience.