Chartered Accountant (SA), Registered Auditor at CLS Human Capital Specialists

Introduction:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated CA (SA), RA to join our clients leadership team in Lynwood Ridge.
• This individual will oversee a team of professionals and spearhead the establishment of a new auditing division.
• The ideal candidate will be hands-on, strategic, and client-focused, with a strong technical foundation in auditing, accounting, tax, and business advisory.
• This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing division while delivering high-value solutions to clients.

Job Purpose:

• To provide strategic leadership in accounting, auditing, tax, and advisory services, while establishing and managing a new audit function, ensuring compliance with professional standards, and guiding a team of professionals to deliver high-quality client service.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education (essential):

• Chartered Accountant (South Africa) - CA (SA)
• Registered Auditor (IRBA)

Minimum applicable experience (years):

• Minimum 1 year post-articles

Required nature of experience:

• Leadership and team management
• Auditing and assurance (ISA compliance)
• Financial reporting in terms of IFRS / IFRS for SMEs
• Tax compliance and advisory (corporate, individual, VAT, PAYE, etc.)
• Client advisory and business consulting

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Strong technical knowledge (IFRS, IFRS for SMEs, ISA, SA tax legislation)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Business development and client relationship management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Other:

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Own transport and valid driver’s license

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS AND OBJECTIVES
Team Leadership & Oversight

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of professionals.
• Allocate work, review outputs, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain quality standards and build staff capabilities.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.

Audit Function Development

• Lead the establishment and growth of a new audit division.
• Design and implement audit methodologies, processes, and templates.
• Ensure compliance with ISA, IRBA, and all relevant regulations.
• Position the firm as a trusted audit services provider.

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Review and assist in preparing Annual Financial Statements (AFS).
• Ensure compliance with IFRS / IFRS for SMEs.
• Provide technical accounting support to the team.
• Oversee bookkeeping, reconciliations, and management reporting.

Tax & Compliance

• Review tax computations and submissions (corporate, individual, VAT, PAYE).
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of returns.
• Advise clients on tax efficiency and compliance.
• Stay updated on legislative changes and implement updates internally.

Client Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide strategic business, tax, and financial advice to clients.
• Attend client meetings and present recommendations.
• Maintain high professional standards and mitigate risk through quality control.
• Drive efficiency and profitability improvements for clients.

Closing Date: 

•  2025-09-22