Senior Chartered Accountant

Job in Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa

Listing for: Greys Recruitment

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-22

Job specializations:

Accounting
Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager
Finance & Banking
Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

Location: Johannesburg South (Office based position)
Position: Permanent

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Chartered Accountant to join their Accounts team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, maintaining client relationships and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and review bank, customer and supplier reconciliations
Prepare customer and supplier invoices
Maintain the Fixed Assets Register
Prepare Management Accounts
Complete stock reconciliations
Manage payroll, including fringe benefits, allowances and bargaining council requirements
Prepare and process PAYE, VAT and UIF returns
Assist junior accounting staff with accounting queries and processes
Liaise with clients and respond to queries professionally
Ensure statutory and internal deadlines are met
Maintain accurate and confidential financial records
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, legislation and company policies
Identify opportunities to improve processes and generate additional revenue
CA(SA) qualification completed through SAICA
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
PGDA / CTA
Matric
Minimum 5 years' relevant accounting experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in an accounting practice
Valid Driver’s Licence

Software Experience

Excel, Word and MS Office
Xero
Sage VIP Payroll
eFiling
Easy File

Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of VAT, including zero-rated and exempt transactions
Provisional tax and tax calculations
Bad and doubtful debts
Deferred tax
Customs VAT
Financial reporting and Management Accounts
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and numerical ability
Good organisational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Professional, proactive and client-focused approach

Key Attributes

The ideal candidate will be professional, analytical, highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented
, with the ability to work independently while providing support and guidance to junior team members.