Our client in Paarl is looking for a Senior Accountant.The Senior accountant is responsible for maintaining the main client relationship and deadlines as well as managing team members to ensure the client financial controls and compliance runs smoothly.  Each Senior Accountant deals with a portfolio of clients, where various team-members provide services. I.e. Income Tax Compliance, Payroll, Cash Management and basic capturing are all performed by various team-members. The Senior Accountant is responsible for the management of the client and team deliverables as a whole.  Deliverables include managing client financial records, ensuring the accuracy of financial reports, and assisting in the preparation of financial statements.  This role requires advanced accounting knowledge and strong analytical skills.

Skills & Qualifications: 
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.  
Typically 3-5 years of accounting experience with a solid 
understanding of accounting principles and practices. 
Proficiency in Xero accounting software and Excel (advanced 
functions). 
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability 
to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities: 
Financial Reporting 
General Ledger Management 
Month-End/Year-End Closing 
Budgeting and Forecasting 
Internal Controls 
Tax Compliance 
Team Leadership and Mentoring 
Cash Flow Management 
Ad hoc Financial Analysis

Please send your cv, qualifications, references, salary expectation and photo to: desmaine@vinerecruitment.co.za