Senior Accountant

Join a renowned investment firm that values expertise and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to lead a finance team, work on complex financial structures, and contribute to the company's ongoing success in a dynamic global environment. This role is based in Parktown North, Johannesburg North. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Oversight: Manage and oversee the Finance Team, ensuring accurate and timely execution of financial tasks. Act as a mentor and provide guidance to enhance team performance. Financial Management & Reporting: Perform detailed reconciliations of the balance sheet monthly. Process advanced and complex journal entries. Maintain precise and comprehensive financial records to support strategic decision-making. Conduct analytical reviews and provide valuable insights to senior management. Compliance & Audit: Manage year-end audits, ensuring all statutory requirements are met. Prepare and present accurate financial reports to internal and external stakeholders. Technical Expertise: Assist in drafting annual financial statements using Draftworx. Support group consolidations, especially for entities with foreign subsidiaries. Handle foreign currency transactions with accuracy and compliance. Qualifications & Experience: A Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting, with a strong track record in leadership. Deep knowledge of South African financial laws and regulations. Proficiency in IFRS and a thorough understanding of group structures and consolidations. Experience with foreign subsidiaries and multi-currency transactions. Expertise in Sage 300; knowledge of SAP or Oracle NetSuite is advantageous.