Job title : Accounting Team Leader
Job Location : South Africa,
Deadline : October 29, 2025
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- We’re looking for an experienced Accounting Team Leader based in South Africa to manage a team of accounting professionals while delivering high-quality service to a portfolio of US clients. This is a leadership role focused on developing talent, driving performance, and ensuring smooth financial operations for multiple client accounts.
- Please note that this role requires the candidate to travel to the US at least once or twice a year depending.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll lead a small team of accountants and bookkeepers, providing coaching, feedback, and career development support. You’ll also manage your own portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely delivery, and strong relationship management.You will :
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and monthly financial closeGuide and develop your team through regular performance check-ins and mentorshipReview client accounts, financial statements, reconciliations, and classificationsCommunicate regularly with clients, offering insights and recommendationsMonitor task completion, service quality, and ensure adherence to scope and timelinesPartner with internal specialists to ensure efficient delegation and deliveryMaintain high staff engagement and strong client satisfactionQualifications & Experience
We’re looking for someone who is confident leading people and managing client relationships with a strong accounting foundation.Required :
Qualified CA(SA), Professional Accountant, AGA(SA), or CGMADegree in Accounting or a related field6+ years’ experience in accounting / bookkeeping (SME environment)Proven experience managing both teams and client accountsProficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO) is a must.Knowledge or experience working with US clients or US GAAP is non-negotiableStrong communication, time management, and problem-solving skillsComfortable working independently in a remote, fast-paced environmentWorking Hours : US Eastern Time (EST)Accounting / Financial Services jobs