Senior Accountant
- Durbanville, Cape Town
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Completed SAIPA Articles
- Registered as a Professional Accountant (SAIPA)
- BCom Accounting or related degree (completed)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a corporate accounting environment
- Proven experience in leading small to medium teams
- Demonstrated track record in full-function accounting and compliance.
- Strong working knowledge of Pastel Accounting, Microsoft Excel, and Word
- Excellent understanding of South African tax and compliance regulations
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
- Having reliable transport is essential.
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English (both written and spoken).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Committed to working from the office on a full-time basis.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate journal entries and reconciliations.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Manage cash flow and budgeting processes.
- Conduct variance analysis and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and best practices.
- Oversee inventory management and valuation processes.
- Implement and monitor internal controls for stock accuracy.
- Collaborate with operations for stock audits and reconciliations.
- Manage monthly payroll processing, including leave and benefits administration.
- Ensure compliance with all HR and labor regulations.
- Maintain employee records and contracts in line with statutory requirements.
- Prepare and submit VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and Income Tax returns timeously.
- Consult with SARS on audits, objections, and queries.
- Prepare and submit annual returns and company changes to CIPC.
- Maintain the company statutory records and registers.
- Lead, mentor, and supervise the finance and admin team.
- Oversee workflow, task allocations, and performance management.
- Provide training and development to junior team members.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting and operational systems.
- Contribute to the automation and digitization of processes.