Senior Accountant at Datafin Recruitment

OVERVIEW

• The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the full accounting operations for development entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust controls, and statutory compliance.
• The role serves as a key support to senior leadership, providing high-quality analysis and insights to inform business decision-making. The position is based in Cape Town.

DUTIES

• Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analyses, and business reports.
• Process monthly journals, reconcile intercompany accounts, and review trial balances.
• Oversee payment processing, supplier payments, beneficiary setups, and cash-flow optimization across entities.
• Manage revenue billings, schedules, and ensure accurate revenue posting.
• Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns and maintain SARS eFiling profiles.
• Coordinate audits, prepare audit packs, address queries, and assist in finalizing financial statements.
• Administer accounting systems (Xero), manage user access for banking platforms, and ensure data integrity.
• Support entity management, unit transfer schedules, and assist with group-wide financial initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of experience in group-structure accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, South African tax regulations, and financial compliance.
• Proficiency in Xero, SARS eFiling, online banking platforms, and advanced Excel.
• Proven experience with audit processes and management reporting.

ATTRIBUTES

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical thinking.
• High work standards with a strong ownership mindset.
• Technical proficiency and commitment to continuous learning.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation abilities.
• Collaborative team player with a customer-centric approach.
• Ability to manage conflict and build strong relationships across teams.