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Senior Group Accountant
Location: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Salary: Market related
Duration: Permanent
Looking for a technically strong accountant ready to step into a senior, international-facing role?
Is this you?
You thrive in complex environments, balancing technical accuracy with leadership. You’re detail-focused, a confident communicator and someone who enjoys solving problems under pressure. You build relationships easily, lead by example, and are known for your structured, proactive approach. People trust your numbers – and your judgement.What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
You’ll take ownership of the month-end close process across multiple international entities, preparing financial records under IFRS, managing tax and VAT returns, and delivering financial insight that supports strategic decision-making. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams including billing, accounts payable, payroll, and compliance. Your role includes preparing statutory reports, regulatory returns, board packs and liaising with auditors. Plus, you’ll manage two junior accountants, coaching and guiding them to ensure high performance across the team.Where you’ll be doing it
Our client is a globally active organisation within the financial services industry, known for its commitment to excellence and integrity. With a strong international presence and a reputation for innovation, they offer a dynamic and collaborative working environment. The culture is performance-driven yet supportive, with a genuine focus on employee development and cross-border exposure.What you’ll need
You’re a qualified accountant (SAIPA or CIMA) with solid IFRS experience and a background in financial services. You have a sharp understanding of tax regulations across jurisdictions and ideally have worked with Microsoft Business Central and Caseware. Advanced Excel skills are a must, and any exposure to Power BI or macros is a bonus. You’ve managed others before and bring strong coaching and mentoring skills. Experience in regulatory filings will stand you in good stead.What you’ll get
You’ll join a respected international business where your skills will be valued and your career nurtured. Expect a market-related salary, ongoing professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in a high-performing team.How to apply
For a confidential discussion please contact Roxanne Battistoni on (021) 035 1433 or send your CV to r.battistoni@thetalentexperts.co.za – we appreciate that your CV might not be fully up to date. No problem just send us what you have. We do respond to everyone! Just give us a few days to work through your application.Applicant Consent
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