Senior Accounting Consultant

Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Accounting
Reference: NFP015435/Bri

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Network Recruitment

A South African-based financial consulting firm is seeking a Senior Accounting Consultant to manage accounting projects, provide strategic financial insights, and support clients through critical financial processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders, leading initiatives to drive financial excellence across diverse industries.

Job Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Advisory:
- Develop accounting strategies that align with client business objectives.
- Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights and identify opportunities for efficiency and growth.
- Offer support on technical issues related to financial and management accounts, including variance/trend analysis and key driver identification.
Technical Accounting:
- Interpret and apply complex accounting standards for accurate financial reporting.
- Lead accounting policy development and ensure the correct application of accounting treatments in client projects.
- Provide guidance on advanced technical accounting matters and prepare position papers for clients and internal stakeholders.
Financial Reporting & Compliance:
- Oversee financial statement preparation and regulatory reporting for clients.
- Ensure compliance with South African accounting standards and tax regulations.
- Stay informed on financial standards and regulatory updates by participating in training and workshops.
Client Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for accounting-related needs.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their financial needs and deliver customized solutions.
- Manage client engagements, ensuring timely delivery and high client satisfaction.
Team Leadership:
- Mentor junior staff and accounting specialists, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Lead accounting teams on client projects, ensuring efficient workflow and quality control.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CA(SA) or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of 5+ years in a senior finance role.
Demonstrated experience in technical accounting and financial reporting.
Strong knowledge of South African financial regulations.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.

For more finance jobs, please visit www.networkrecruitment.co.za

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information contact:
Brittney Gie
Recruitment Consultant
bgie@networkfinance.co.za

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About Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment company in the fields of IT, Finance and Engineering.

Since our establishment in 1987, we have been at the forefront of the specialist recruitment industry. Network Recruitment’s key to success is the focus on delivering superior quality service by developing and maintaining an exclusive focus on sourcing high-calibre skills for medium-sized to JSE-listed companies operating in these three niche sectors across South Africa.

Our experience in permanent and contract-based recruitment enables us to provide you with recruitment solutions that meet your long- and short-term needs.

Network Recruitment is a division of ADvTECH Resourcing, the recruitment arm of the national JSE-listed ADvTECH Limited Group a leader in quality education, training, skills development and placement services.