Job title : Senior Financial Accountant
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : October 23, 2025
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Description
We are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant, reporting to the Senior Finance Manager. The Senior Financial Accountant will be responsible for producing the financial outputs and required to implement processes to ensure the production of the accounting results is simple, relevant, and efficient.The role will involve reporting and presentation of the financial results to the business, its decision makers, external stakeholders and Group Finance.Job specification
Responsible for the complete accounting operations across multiple entities.Perform monthly revenue reconciliations and postings.Lead monthly revenue reporting for all businesses.Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Procurement to ensure accurate coding and allocation of costs.Interrogating data to validate accuracy and support business decision-makingManage expense accruals and prepayments across multiple OPEX areas.Maintain fixed asset registers including depreciation and wear and tear analysis.Review and authorize supplier account reconciliations.Coordinate prompt and accurate processing of payments to vendors.Conduct and manage bank, general ledger, debtors’ ledger, supplier ledger and intercompany account reconciliations.Monitor and report on company cash flows and handle cash drawdown requests.Support the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts.Collaborating with stakeholders including auditors, Group Finance and operational teams.Responsible for the overall delivery of accurate monthly financial reporting in accordance with predetermined deadlines to the business and Group Finance.Responsible for reporting and analysis as required, to provide value through ongoing and ad-hoc financial information to the business.Responsible for all statutory and regulatory reporting and filing.Ensure compliance with relevant laws, accounting standards, and company policies.Ensure the risks, administration and compliance with income tax, transfer pricing and VAT rules are understood, adhered to, and regularly reviewed.Skills Required
Relevant degree and articles advantageousMinimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in Financial Services.Experience in multi-currency, multi-company, and multi-jurisdictional accountingCashflow and credit control management.Forecasting and budgeting.Up-to date working knowledge of international financial reporting standards and experience in preparation of statutory accounts accordance with those standards.Excellent computer skills, and in particular a good knowledge of : Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook email.Windows based accounting packages.Experience in income tax, VAT and CGT administration and calculations.The ability to communicate effectively with staff on all levels.The ability to prioritise and plan a challenging workload and to meet tight reporting deadlines.A systematic work method and attention to detail.What you will get in return
A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business.Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience.Training and development opportunitiesA high level of visibility within a large organization on an upwards trajectory.The ability to define finance processes to drive innovation and have a tangible impact on the business.Be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team that makes a genuine impact on revenue.Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction and to working with senior management directly.The opportunity to innovate, bring discipline and really make a difference.Accounting / Financial Services jobs