Job title: Senior Accountant
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Port Shepstone
Job published: 28/10/2025
Job ID: 68108

Job Description

A well-established professional services firm, focused on delivering high-quality financial and tax services to their clients, is looking for a Senior Accountant to join them. Ideal candidates will have completed either SAIPA or SAICA articles and managed a team within a similar accounting firm environment. Lovely opportunity to be located on the South Coast of South Africa!. 

Why join this team?

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, friendly and client-focused environment on the South Coast, KZN
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients and industries
  • Collaborative team culture with opportunities for growth

What you will be doing:

  • Prepare annual financial statements for various entities (companies, CCs, sole proprietors, partnerships, trusts)
  • Ensure accuracy and timely completion of financials for audit purposes
  • Compile and update audit packs and liaise with auditors
  • Stay updated on IFRS for SMEs and apply changes to reporting
  • Process and validate financial transactions, including year-end adjustments
  • Resolve general ledger reconciliation queries with stakeholders
  • Manage and train a small team and oversee a client portfolio
  • Prepare and review advanced tax computations and returns
  • Support client audits, reviews, and special projects
  • Act as the main liaison for assigned clients
  • Plan and manage workload to meet deadlines
  • Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders

What we are looking for: 

  • Completed SAICA traineeship AGA(SA) eligible or SAIPA qualified
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience preparing financial statements
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and IFRS for SMEs
  • Proficient in MS Office, Caseware, and CaseView
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Valid driver’s license and own vehicle

Benefits and unique aspects: 

  • Manage your own portfolio with autonomy
  • Gain exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
  • Supportive team environment 

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