Role Overview

A Cape Town-based organisation is seeking a Senior Accountant with completed articles (non-CA(SA)) to join its team.

Responsibilities

Maintain the full accounting function, including general-ledger reconciliations and month-end processes.
Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
Process and review journal entries, accruals, prepayments and balance-sheet reconciliations.
Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
Perform bank, creditor, debtor and intercompany reconciliations.
Ensure accurate cash-flow management and forecasting.
Prepare annual budgets and assist with forecasting and financial planning.
Compile financial statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs and applicable accounting standards.
Manage VAT, PAYE, income tax and other statutory submissions.
Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants and regulatory bodies.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies and legislative requirements.
Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff.
Analyse financial results, identify variances and provide recommendations to management.
Monitor and improve financial processes and controls.
Assist with payroll review and payroll-related reconciliations.
Manage fixed-asset registers and depreciation schedules.
Prepare audit files and supporting schedules for year-end audits.
Support business decision-making through financial analysis and reporting.