SUMMARY:
Lead from the Front: Principal Accountant
POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description
Our client operating within the public sector space is looking for a Principal Accountant to step into a senior, high-impact role based in Pretoria.
This isn’t a role for someone who simply prepares reports. This is for a technically sharp CA(SA) who understands the rhythm of GRAP, PFMA and municipal finance environments - and can confidently guide projects, stakeholders, and compliance frameworks without losing momentum.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex public sector accounting projects within government and municipal environments
- Ensure compliance with GRAP, PFMA, and related legislative frameworks
- Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and statutory reporting
- Provide technical accounting guidance to project teams and clients
- Strengthen internal controls and governance processes
- Support audit processes and stakeholder engagements
- Travel as required to client sites
Job Experience and Skills Required- CA(SA) – essential
- 10+ years’ accounting experience with a strong public sector background
- Extensive exposure to GRAP, PFMA, municipal finance, and government structures
- Registered with a professional accounting body
- Comfortable in a consulting or project-driven environment
- Willingness to travel
If you are a technically confident public sector specialist who thrives on structure, legislation, and leadership responsibility - this is your opportunity to operate at Principal level.
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