Senior Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF024218/SL

Date posted:

Friday, October 2, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

550 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Some finance roles are about keeping score. This one is about keeping the business moving.

Joining a multinational business, you'll become part of a finance team that is highly collaborative, agile and committed to delivering results. The environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, requiring someone who can balance technical excellence with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership, leading by example and working across a complex business environment. While the role includes team leadership responsibilities, we're looking for someone who remains hands-on and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves when required.

If you're energised by tight deadlines, continuous improvement and making a meaningful impact, we'd like to hear from you.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Lead, mentor and develop members of the accounting team while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently achieved.
Drive the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
Oversee the integrity of the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Review journals, accruals, provisions and accounting entries to ensure compliance with IFRS and company policies.
Manage key accounting areas including fixed assets, inventory, cashbook, foreign exchange and intercompany transactions.
Ensure accurate preparation of VAT, tax and statutory reporting requirements.
Support internal and external audits and maintain a strong control environment.
Monitor financial controls, identify risks and support ongoing compliance initiatives.
Work closely with local and international stakeholders to resolve accounting matters and support business requirements.
Assist with group reporting and ensure alignment with multinational reporting standards.
Contribute to cash flow reporting, working capital management and balance sheet control.
Support system enhancements, process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and strategic finance projects.

Skills & Experience:

Minimum 4 years’ team management
Minimum 7 to 10 years’ of accounting experience
Strong knowledge of IFRS, taxation, statutory compliance and financial controls
Advanced Excel skills and practical SAP or ERP experience

Qualification:

SAICA / SAIPA / AGA(SA)

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