Chartered Accountant (SA), Registered Auditor

Recruiter:

Creative Leadership Solutions

Job Ref:

PTA000001/JJ

Date posted:

Friday, August 22, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Introduction:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated CA (SA), RA to join our clients leadership team in Lynwood Ridge. This individual will oversee a team of professionals and spearhead the establishment of a new auditing division. The ideal candidate will

be hands-on, strategic, and client-focused, with a strong technical foundation in auditing, accounting, tax, and business advisory. This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing division while delivering high-value solutions to clients.

Job Purpose:

To provide strategic leadership in accounting, auditing, tax, and advisory services, while establishing and managing a new audit function, ensuring compliance with professional standards, and guiding a team of professionals to deliver high-quality client service.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education (essential):

Chartered Accountant (South Africa) - CA (SA)
Registered Auditor (IRBA)

Minimum applicable experience (years):

Minimum 1 year post-articles

Required nature of experience:

Leadership and team management
Auditing and assurance (ISA compliance)
Financial reporting in terms of IFRS / IFRS for SMEs
Tax compliance and advisory (corporate, individual, VAT, PAYE, etc.)
Client advisory and business consulting

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

Strong technical knowledge (IFRS, IFRS for SMEs, ISA, SA tax legislation)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Business development and client relationship management
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Other:

Proficient in Afrikaans and English
Own transport and valid driver’s license

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND OBJECTIVES
Team Leadership & Oversight

Manage, mentor, and develop a team of professionals.
Allocate work, review outputs, and ensure deadlines are met.
Maintain quality standards and build staff capabilities.
Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.

Audit Function Development

Lead the establishment and growth of a new audit division.
Design and implement audit methodologies, processes, and templates.
Ensure compliance with ISA, IRBA, and all relevant regulations.
Position the firm as a trusted audit services provider.

Financial Reporting & Accounting

Review and assist in preparing Annual Financial Statements (AFS).
Ensure compliance with IFRS / IFRS for SMEs.
Provide technical accounting support to the team.
Oversee bookkeeping, reconciliations, and management reporting.

Tax & Compliance

Review tax computations and submissions (corporate, individual, VAT, PAYE).
Ensure timely and accurate filing of returns.
Advise clients on tax efficiency and compliance.
Stay updated on legislative changes and implement updates internally.

Client Advisory & Risk Management

Provide strategic business, tax, and financial advice to clients.
Attend client meetings and present recommendations.
Maintain high professional standards and mitigate risk through quality control.
Drive efficiency and profitability improvements for clients.

Chartered Accountant (SA), Registered Auditor

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