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Head of Accounting
Kingsleyirons RecruitmentCape Town, South Africa19 days ago
Job descriptionTeam Leadership : Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals. Manage workflow, training, and performance reviews. Client Engagement : Lead client meetings, provide business-focused accounting advice, and act as the primary accounting contact for assigned clients. Financial Reporting & Compliance : Oversee and review management accounts, annual financial statements (AFS), budgets, and cash flow forecasts in line with IFRS for SMEs. Bookkeeping Oversight : Ensure accurate and timely bank transaction capture, reconciliations, VAT submissions, and maintenance of accounting records. Tax Administration : Manage income tax and provisional tax returns for individuals and companies. Oversee trust tax filings and advise on tax structuring and compliance. Special Matters : Support deceased estate accounting and related tax issues, where applicable. Quality Assurance : Maintain high standards in financial deliverables, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission. Stakeholder Liaison : Liaise with SARS, external auditors, legal advisors, and other relevant stakeholders.
Description / Synopsis :
Our Client is seeking a seasoned accounting professional to lead their dynamic team in Century City. As Head of Accounting , you’ll oversee accounting workflows, manage a talented team, lead client engagements, and provide expert business and tax advice. This is a hands-on leadership role with the opportunity to shape financial reporting and compliance for a diverse client base, including individuals, companies, and trusts.
Minimum Requirements :
- Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or Professional Accountant (SA) with SAIPA designation; registered with SAICA or SAIPA.
- Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience, including 2–3 years in a supervisory or management role within an accounting practice (non-negotiable).
- Strong knowledge of accounting and tax laws in South Africa, including companies, individuals, and trusts. Skilled in financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and IFRS / GAAP reporting standards.
- Experienced in client service and able to provide practical, professional advice in a personable manner.
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting and payroll software such as Pastel, QuickBooks, Sage, and SimplePay. Familiarity with GreatSoft is an advantage but not essential.
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