Senior Accountant

Recruiter:

Helderberg Personnel CC

Job Ref:

SW006225/AM

Date posted:

Monday, March 30, 2026

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

SUMMARY:
My client, a group of companies located between Somerset West and Stellenbosch, with an international footprint in the property industry, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience and hold a B.Com Accounting degree or a similar financial qualification. Proficiency in French and/or experience with OHADA reporting standards would be highly advantageous

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:
Accounting

To provide a clerical and administrative support in respect of GL accounts and assist with the administration of all companies within the Division and related entities
Assist with tax audit compliance and enquiries
Work closely with managers, directors, and partners
Provide advisory services that go beyond basic bookkeeping
Provide Accounting Support
Initially assist team members with their backlog, reconciliations and setup of good accounting practices
Perform day-to-day accounting tasks where necessary
Prepare books for audit and do multiple audit reconciliations
Function as right hand to Financial Management team
Prepare monthly/quarterly management accounts
Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements
Develop and provide reports for all departments
Prepare and distribute all reports required on time
Assist with the preparation, consolidation and review of strategy, plans and budgets
VAT reporting
Where necessary delegate tasks to junior team members and review their work
Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Handling other ad hoc accounting and administrative duties

Skills required

Experience with online accounting packages, particularly Quickbooks beneficial
Advanced Excel knowledge
Strong reconciliation skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Good decision-making skills
Excellent people skills
Innovative; Analytical; Conceptual thinking
Work independently and as a part of a team
Business understanding
Initiating action; Drive and energy
Ability to adapt and respond to change
Proven track record of taking ownership and responsibility for delivering work accurately and timeously
Ability to self-review work before submitting it for managerial review
Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy
Speaking French or experience with OHADA hugely beneficial

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