About the role
Our client, a top mid-tier UK firm, is looking for a

Senior Accountant

to join their Business Services team in South Africa. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients and advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you’re a driven, detail-oriented professional ready to take on new challenges, this is the perfect role for you!

Location:

Hybrid role based at our Johannesburg Office (Rivonia).
Contract:

12-month contract, renewable annually.

What will the role entail?
Accounts Preparation:

Dedicate up to 50% of your time to year-end accounts and 50% to management accounts, ensuring accurate draft accounts with minimal outstanding queries.
Tax Computations:

Prepare draft tax computations, with the finalization and submission handled by the dedicated Tax department.
Client Portfolio Management:

Work with small and medium-sized privately owned limited companies, LLPs, partnerships, and sole traders, handling a variety of client records from basic prime books to computerized accounting packages.
Supervision and Training:

Provide guidance and support to junior staff, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
VAT Returns:

Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Management Accounts:

Prepare management accounts, offering clients insightful financial analysis and reporting.
Ad Hoc Assignments:

Participate in specialist assignments as they arise, expanding your professional expertise.
Requirements
Professional Qualification:

Must be

fully qualified

ACCA, CA(SA), or CIMA.
Experience:

At least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within an

accounting practice/firm

environment, working with various clients daily.
Technical Proficiency:

Fully conversant with Sage and Quick Books software.
Knowledge:

Familiarity with Pro-Audit, CCH, and Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.
Skills:

Strong multitasking abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and effective time management to meet tight deadlines.
Dynamic Role:

Balance technical accounting tasks with client interaction, ensuring a varied and engaging workload.

If you’re a qualified accountant with a passion for excellence and a desire to grow, apply now to become a key member of a prestigious UK firm’s Business Services team!