SUMMARY:
My client is looking for a Senior Accountant who thrives on clarity, consistency, and building finan
POSITION INFO:
Play a key role in keeping the numbers sharp and the business moving forward. My client is looking for a Senior Accountant who thrives on clarity, consistency, and building financial confidence across a fast-growing group.
Who the client is:
An ambitious, purpose-led ICT organisation scaling across Southern Africa. They move fast, stay grounded, and care deeply about doing things the right way.
What the role is about:
You'll own monthly accounting cycles end-to-end, safeguard compliance in South Africa and Namibia, and turn data into decision-ready reporting. Your work will keep leadership informed, teams aligned, and auditors impressed.
What you'll be doing:
- Run monthly payroll and ensure statutory accuracy
- Process supplier payments; maintain debtors/creditors and bank reconciliations
- Reconcile GL and intercompany loan accounts; maintain asset register
- Prepare monthly management reports, cash-flow forecasts, and annual financial statements
- File all regulatory returns; manage SARS matters; ensure compliance with SA/Namibian standards and legislation
- Strengthen internal controls and handle ad-hoc finance queries
What we're looking for:
- BComm Accounting (required); Honours advantageous
- 5+ years' accounting experience covering the above responsibilities
- Strong VAT/tax knowledge; up-to-date with accounting/auditing standards
- Proficiency in Xero; SimplePay exposure a plus; Advanced Excel a must
- Meticulous, organised, and comfortable managing deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Clear communicator and collaborative team player with sound judgement and discretion
- Resilient and perseverant, with the strength of character and staying power to thrive in a challenging entrepreneurial environment
What's in it for you:
- Real ownership across the full finance function and room to shape better processes
- Exposure to multi-entity operations and cross-border compliance
- Supportive, outcomes-driven culture that values initiative and continuous improvement
Ready to apply?
Send your CV and a brief note on your proudest finance process improvement.
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