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Financial Accountant | ICT industry
Job Location:
Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
17 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Cape Town Hybrid
This is a pivotal role suited to a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a multi-entity environment and partnering with leadership to drive business performance.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer you will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting regulatory compliance and strategic financial insight across the group.
About the Opportunity
An established and growing organisation is looking for a high-calibre Senior Accountant to take ownership of the financial accounting function across a diverse group of companies.This is a pivotal role suited to a technically strong and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a multi-entity environment and partnering with leadership to drive business performance.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer you will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting regulatory compliance and strategic financial insight across the group.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare consolidated monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in line with IFRS
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data across all entities
- Perform variance analysis and deliver meaningful insights
- Ensure compliance with SARS regulations VAT and tax requirements
Accounting & Compliance
- Oversee AP AR general ledger and payroll functions
- Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions across the group
- Ensure adherence to South African tax legislation
- Strengthen and maintain internal controls and financial processes
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
- Partner with operational teams to track and improve performance
- Provide financial input to support strategic decision-making
Audit & Internal Controls
- Lead the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors
- Prepare audit packs and supporting schedules
- Identify process improvements and drive efficiencies
- Ensure compliance with local and international reporting standards
Leadership & Team Development
- Manage and mentor junior finance staff
- Foster a culture of accountability accuracy and continuous improvement
Strategic & Ad-hoc Support
- Provide management reporting and insights
- Support corporate transactions including M&A and restructuring
- Assist senior leadership with strategic finance projects
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
- 35 years experience ideally within a group or multi-entity environment
- Strong knowledge of VAT and South African tax legislation
- Proven experience in financial reporting and consolidations
Technical Skills
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Experience with accounting systems such as Xero Sage SAP or Pastel
- Exposure to cloud-based tools (e.g. Xero Dext Syft) advantageous
- Experience with CaseWare or similar reporting tools beneficial
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
- High levels of integrity and professionalism
Whats on Offer
- Hybrid working environment
- Exposure to a diverse group of companies
- Opportunity to play a strategic and impactful role within a growing organisation
- Collaborative and professional team culture
About Company
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