Senior Accountant

The **Faircape Group** is an expanding and dynamic organisation with diverse business interests across **Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Telecommunications and ISP services, Utility Management and Infrastructure Installation, Property Management**, and more. As part of our ongoing growth and the addition of new positions, we are seeking a **Senior Accountant** to join our high\-performing team. This role is instrumental in providing in\-depth financial analysis, insights, and strategic recommendations to support business decisions and enhance performance. You will work closely with cross\-functional teams to interpret financial data and compile comprehensive management accounts, playing a vital part in our continued success. We are passionate about achieving financial excellence, driving innovation, and delivering outstanding service. If you’re looking to grow your career within a forward\-thinking and ambitious organisation, this is the opportunity for you. **Why Join Faircape?** At Faircape, we believe in rewarding performance and creating a work environment that supports your well\-being and success. Here’s what you can look forward to: * **Above market\-related salaries \-** We pay for excellence * **Quarterly Performance Bonuses** – Recognition for your contributions throughout the year * **Long Service Leave** – Extra time off to reward your loyalty and commitment * **Free Barista\-Made Coffee** – Enjoy your daily caffeine fix from our onsite barista * **Subsidised Snack Vending** – Access to a variety of quality snacks at discounted prices * **Employee Discounts on ISP Packages** – Save on reliable internet for your home * **Flexible Working Hours** – Embrace work\-life balance with our flexi\-time policy * **Subsidised Parking** – Convenient and affordable onsite parking **Duties include but are not limited to the following:** * Responsible for generating monthly management accounts for various entities, including balance sheets, income statements, and accompanying schedules within agreed timelines * Ensure accuracy of Management Accounts packs and meet established deadlines * Analyze Budget Vs Actual variances and communicate findings * Conduct reconciliations and generate reports for various company accounts pertaining to cash flow * Provide management and guidance to Cashbook , Payments \& Creditors Controller and Credit Controller * Prepare audit packs and collaborate with auditors on annual financial statements * Handle submission of statutory returns for VAT * Review payments for accuracy of allocation and VAT treatment * Perform regular review of cashbooks, invoicing, and debtors age analysis, assisting in credit control management * Authorise payments on the banking portal * Investigate Expense variances and incorporate findings into Income Statement schedules as notes * Address and follow up on accounts queries promptly * Manage ad hoc projects, queries, and analyses as needed * Provide assistance to the Financial Manager * Evaluate and enhance the system of internal controls and promote more efficient management systems **Qualifications:** Minimum requirement: **BCom in Accounting** **Experience:** * Proven experience as an Accountant * Excellent Excel experience * Proven experience in commercial / corporate / operational environment * Experience as an Accountant in an operational environment * Solid knowledge of financial processes, systems and related laws * Must have been responsible for managing accounts to balance sheet and income statement * Must have been responsible for ensuring that accounts are accurate and meaningful, and information contained in the accounts is accurate and relevant. **Skills and Attributes** * Computer literate (experience in Google Drive, Sheets and Docs preferable) * Numerical Proficiency. Must have a strong aptitude for working with numbers, performing calculations * Must possess Leadership skills, someone that has the ability to inspire and motivate a team * Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in reviewing and preparing financial documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance * Problem\-Solving Skills: Ability to identify financial discrepancies, investigate root causes, and propose solutions to resolve issues effectively. * Software Proficiency: Familiarity with accounting software such as Xero * Proven organisational skills * Excellent written and communication skills * Good time management skills * Able to perform manage deadlines and meet them * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously * Responsible, accountable and dedicated **Specific Requirements** * Solid and positive written references * Clear health record * Clear credit record * No criminal record We offer Barista produced coffee available all day to all our staff at Claremont. Normal working hours are Mondays to Fridays from 08h00 until 17h00 with a 45\-minute lunch break. The company allows employees, by approval of the direct manager, to work flexi\-time between 06h30 and 18h30\. With centrally located and modern offices just across from Cavendish in Claremont, Faircape offers a market\-related salary. The amount offered will be dependent on qualifications, experience, and other market\-related factors. To see more about Faircape and what we have to offer go and look at our informative website \- https://faircape.co.za/ *If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please deem your application unsuccessful.*