Senior Accountant

Location : Johannesburg (On-site)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Industry : Accounting Practice | Tax Compliance | SME Advisory

WatersEdge Solutions is hiring a highly experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing, well-established advisory and accounting practice. This is a hands-on opportunity for a seasoned professional to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio, delivering full-spectrum accounting and tax services while maintaining long-term relationships with business owners and stakeholders.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll manage multiple client accounts across varied industries, handling all aspects of bookkeeping, payroll compliance, and tax submissions. You’ll serve as a key point of contact for your clients, offering practical support on cloud-based accounting tools and resolving SARS queries and audits with autonomy. If you're a confident and proactive accountant with a practice background, this is a dynamic space to apply your expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of clients across different sectors with minimal supervision

Perform full-function bookkeeping to trial balance using Xero or Sage

Prepare and submit monthly management accounts, VAT returns, and payroll journals

Reconcile EMP201 and EMP501 returns; ensure accurate IRP5 submissions

Manage payroll tax compliance, including UIF, PAYE, and SDL

Handle VAT and payroll SARS queries, audits, and disputes independently

Maintain accurate tax records and accounting documentation

Support clients with accounting system usage and financial guidance

Build strong, long-term relationships through consistent, high-quality service

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a similar field (essential)

10+ years’ experience in accounting within a professional practice environment

In-depth knowledge of VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL, and SARS eFiling

Strong experience in bookkeeping and management accounts

Ability to manage and respond to SARS audits confidently

CIMA, SAIPA, or SAICA designation (completed)

Proficiency in cloud accounting platforms (Xero essential; Sage advantageous)

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to self-manage

Strong communication skills and a client-centric approach

Tech-savvy and comfortable in a dynamic, high-accountability environment

Nice to Have

Experience with income tax submissions

Familiarity with various client sectors, particularly SMEs

Background working in a modern, cloud-first accounting practice

What’s On Offer

• Established, stable work environment with professional autonomy

Client-facing role with relationship-building opportunities

Close-knit, experienced team committed to service excellence

Long-term placement with guaranteed initial support period

Company Culture

At WatersEdge Solutions, we partner with values-driven practices that prioritise professionalism, clarity, and practical client support. This is a team that values experience, initiative, and direct communication—where every accountant is trusted to own their work and deliver confidently.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.