39 Accounting Professional jobs in South Africa

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Supervisor (Professional Accountant) for a Renowned Accounting & Auditing Firm In Port Elizabeth.

Position Overview:

The role requires high standards in terms of service quality, technical competence and needs a confident, effective individual who can communicate across a diverse team. The successful candidate will also be responsible for building strong client relationships.

Candidates will need to deliver on standard role-related administrative tasks and strict statutory requirements.

Our firm delivers expert audit, assurance, tax, accounting, and consulting services to clients in almost every sector. 

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting (BCOM) or Advance diploma in Accounting will be advantageous

Completed a training contract/Learnership with SAICA/AGA or SAIPA

Post article experience will be advantageous

Technically competent in the following:

– Independent Reviews

– IFR’S for SME

– Taxation

– Companies Act

– IT Software including Microsoft Office and Pastel

– SAGE VIP experience will be advantageous

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform assignments from source documents to drafting of Annual Financial Statements and taking full responsibility for completion

Excellent organisational and multitasking skills

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams

Effective problem-solving skills

High attention to detail

Deadline driven

The Financial Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting decision-making through financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
• Ensure adherence to tax laws, accounting standards (GAAP / IFRS), and other financial regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation.
• Prepare and review tax returns, VAT reports, and other tax-related filings.
• Analyze costs and financial data to provide insights for business improvement.
• Oversee invoicing, payments, and collections.
• Identify areas for financial efficiency and implement improvements.
• Liaise with management, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred).
• 3 – 5 years of experience in the field
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Xero) and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, GAAP, tax regulations, and financial compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Accuracy in financial reporting and compliance.
• Ability to present financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

• Preparing and reviewing annual financial statements in line with IFRS
• Assisting with group consolidations across multiple entities
• Collaborating with External Auditors and internal stakeholders
• Contributing to Board pack preparation and high-level financial reporting
• Ensuring alignment with group reporting timelines and standards

• Qualified CA(SA)

• 24 years post-articles experience
• Experience working in or with JSE listed or large multinational companies
• Strong IFRS and consolidations knowledge
• Confident communicator, able to engage with senior leadership
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Job published:

Job published: 14-08-2025

Job ID:

Job ID: 50762

Phone number:

Phone number: +27310018945

My client, (multinational) is seeking an experienced accountant to build and lead a high-performing accounting team in support of the Marketing Finance function. This is a hands-on role where you will be instrumental in preparing financial statements and internal management accounts for entities operating in various commodities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop a team responsible for trade accounting and financial accounting tasks.

Understand, perform, and continuously improve existing processes including:

Broker reconciliations

Intercompany reconciliations

Inventory reconciliations

P&L reconciliations and investigation of erroneous trading entries

Month-end journal postings

Liaise with auditors for management and statutory audits.

Contribute to management reporting and analysis.

Build strong working relationships with internal accounting teams across global locations.

Identify opportunities for process automation and improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Fully qualified CA(SA) with 3–5 years post-qualification experience

Leadership/management experience preferred (minimum 3 years)

Strong technical IFRS knowledge (IFRS 9, 15, 13, 16)

Keen interest in commodity markets

Excellent IT skills, particularly Excel, and interest in process automation

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage cross-functional relationships

High attention to detail, ownership, and initiative in a fast-paced environment

Advanced written and spoken English

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Job published:

Job published: 14-08-2025

Job ID:

Job ID: 50762

Phone number:

Phone number: +27310018945

My client, (multinational) is seeking an experienced accountant to build and lead a high-performing accounting team in support of the Marketing Finance function. This is a hands-on role where you will be instrumental in preparing financial statements and internal management accounts for entities operating in various commodities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop a team responsible for trade accounting and financial accounting tasks.

Understand, perform, and continuously improve existing processes including:

Broker reconciliations

Intercompany reconciliations

Inventory reconciliations

P&L reconciliations and investigation of erroneous trading entries

Month-end journal postings

Liaise with auditors for management and statutory audits.

Contribute to management reporting and analysis.

Build strong working relationships with internal accounting teams across global locations.

Identify opportunities for process automation and improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Fully qualified CA(SA) with 3–5 years post-qualification experience

Leadership/management experience preferred (minimum 3 years)

Strong technical IFRS knowledge (IFRS 9, 15, 13, 16)

Keen interest in commodity markets

Excellent IT skills, particularly Excel, and interest in process automation

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage cross-functional relationships

High attention to detail, ownership, and initiative in a fast-paced environment

Advanced written and spoken English

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Location: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Leading global manufacturing firm seek a skilled, dynamic and commerciallyastute individual (recently qualified CA(SA)) to bolster their finance team.

You will need to meet the following requirements:

• Possess a degree in accounting or finance
• Be a recently qualified CA(SA).
• Articles experience (in the manufacturing / engineering / FMCG sectors)
• At least 1 – 2 years post qualification experience would be desirable
• GAAP or SOX (Highly beneficial)
• TOPP OR TIPP articles
• Secondment experience to international country (Highly beneficial)
• “Big 5” experience desirable
• Solid tax experience is key

• Location: Cape Town (West Coast)
• Durations: Permanent

If you want an incredible professional journey that includes world-class learning, competitive remuneration and benefits, social responsibility involvement, and the chance to work with amazing people, this is the right opportunity for you.

To apply, please email your CV to (Reference: RQCA_AT_WP)

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• Provides input & insights as member of the leadership team
• Guides development & review of relevant policies & procedures of own portfolio
• Sets goals, objectives & priorities aligned with strategy for portfolio
• Translates strategic goals into tactical & operational plans for this portfolio
• Leads the human resources team & other resources as per structure
• Devises corrective action plans to address units performance deviations
• Monitors portfolio KPI achievement & institute corrective action

• Plans & prepares for the budget process for own portfolio
• Implements & manages financial management protocols & prescripts
• Manages & monitors budget expenditure within the portfolio
• Manages resources economically & prevents unauthorised, wasteful expenditure
• Monitors management, maintenance & safekeeping of financial & other assets
• Provides standard monthly financial reports

• Communicates strategy, plans & strategic objectives with team
• Plans HR allocation, acquisition, retention & motivation based on Resource Plan
• Engages in selection & recruitment processes of own portfolio
• Assesses team's competence & knowledge levels aligned with HR interventions
• Discusses individual employment contracts with HR Leadership & staff
• Manages staff performance using the Performance Management System
• Manages own portfolio's disciplinary process in conjunction with HR

• Stays abreast of the financial policy, procedures & processes
• Prepares & analyses financial reports, statements & disclosures
• Manages & maintains the accounts in the general ledger
• Compiles Executive Committee presentations
• Authorises journal entries for expense allocation to cost centers
• Conducts analyses, interprets information & makes recommendations
• Liaises with tax managers to monitor tax compliance in reporting
• Manages treasury operations & processes
• Monitors adherence to procedures and standards of financial accounting
• Monitors the reconciliation of bank accounts
• Monitors and manages all accrual accounts
• Monitors, reviews and analyses key provision accounts & expense accruals
• Reports on accrual/provision accounts
• Analyses & provides feedback on expenses vs approved budget
• Produces variance analyses of costs vs budget
• Drafts ad hoc & regular management reports

• Monitor and review bank account movement
• Maintain relationship with bankers
• Optimally place funds
• Bank facilities and signatories maintained
• Foreign exchange transactions managed

• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards, regulations & best practices
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements, automation & streamlining
• Monitors compliance with internal controls, policies & regulatory requirements
• Reports on Process Improvement & Compliance opportunities implemented

• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (NQF 7), Postgraduate Degree/Diploma in Accounting.
• Chartered Accountant (SA)
• 8 years experience of which 5 have been at a supervisory level in a large or complex organisation
• Registered with SAICA as a CA(SA)
• Proven track record in financial accounting & treasury operations
• Exposure to higher education or nonprofit organisations

• Knowledgeable in treasury best practices
• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines & time management skills
• Well versed in accounting principles & financial reporting standards
• Superior understanding of IFRS principles
• Proven understanding of Income Tax and Value Added Tax Act
• Proven understanding of King Corporate Governance code
• Intermediate knowledge in the use of financial software

We’re looking for a Financial Manager who has the skills, competence, and experience required to strengthen our value proposition and who is looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic organization.

1. Prepare accurate, comprehensive, and timely management accounts, budgets/forecasts, and annual financial statements.
2. Ensure compliance with internal processes and controls, as well as accounting standards, statutory audits, and good codes of practice.
3. Ensure tax compliance and liaise with the tax authority on any related matters.
4. Provide assistance and advice on administrative, accounting, tax, computer systems, and procedures to management and staff.
5. Monitor cash, debtors, and investment performance on an ongoing basis and provide advice and take corrective action where necessary.
6. Manage the Finance Department (10 staff) in terms of its human resources, including performance management, training, and development.

1. Registered Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 7 years of experience, of which 3 need to have been in a commercial environment at a managerial level.
2. Previous experience dealing with multiple operating locations in South Africa and, ideally, experience in other jurisdictions such as Mozambique, Namibia, or Ghana.
3. Ability to understand and practically apply financial principles/guidelines, and be up to date with the latest IAS and IFRS developments.
4. Ability to work under pressure and independently within a larger team, demonstrating proactiveness and assertiveness.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Strong negotiation, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.
7. Ability to manage internal stakeholder requirements and expectations.
8. Ability to make decisions, initiate action, and deliver results to meet client expectations.

This appointment will be made in line with AMSOL’s Employment Equity Plan. If you do not hear from us within 8 weeks of the date of closing, please consider your application unsuccessful. Due to the volume of employment enquiries received, AMSOL is unable to respond to all individual emails.

What’s the opportunity?

We are looking for a Regional Accounting Specialist based in Cape Town to join the Operational Accountant team. We are a global, fast-moving payments technology company working tirelessly to bridge the gaps in emerging markets.

• Making reconciliations.
• Account analysis.
• Reporting and control.
• Analyzing business processes.
• Creation of requirements.
• Accounts payable, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and expense and budget tracking for the region.
• Completion of parent organization's monthly, quarterly and annual reporting package.
• Attending auditor's requirements and providing supporting information for Tax presentations.
• Provide recommendations to management with a thorough analysis.
• Accounting registrations from a thorough analysis.

• Bachelor of Accounting or a similar field.
• Be based in Cape Town, South Africa preferably
• High level of attention to detail.
• +5 years of experience in Accounting teams.
• Knowledge of Accounting imputations.
• Good communication skills.
• General understanding of US GAAP/IFRS.
• Advanced Excel user.
• Experience using ERPs, such as SAP, Quickbooks, Microsoft, etc.
• Ability to quickly prioritize in a constantly evolving environment.
• Familiarity with Group-level reporting packages.
• Experience with consolidations, subsidiaries, and international offices is a big plus.
• Advanced/Fluent English.