Recruitment Room Team

Senior Accountant – Kenilworth, Cape Town NEW

2 months ago
Application ends: October 12, 2025
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Deadline date:
October 12, 2025

Job Description


RPO’s client is actively seeking a skilled Accountant to join our client in Kenilworth, Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated accounting professional to manage and oversee financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance. If you have a strong background in accounting and a passion for financial management, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

  • Supervising a monthly accounting department including preparation and review of monthly management accounts, timely submission of statutory returns, and assisting clients with accounting and software support.

  • Preparing and reviewing Annual Financial Statements using IFRS for SMEs.

  • Dealing with clients and correspondence.

  • Managing and training junior staff and SAIPA trainees.

Requirements:

  • Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles or similar experience

  • Company and individual tax knowledge essential

  • Previous experience in a similar environment

  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

  • Very high attention to detail

  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

  • Own transport (including valid SA driver’s license)

Software requirements:

  • Pastel Partner and Sage One experience

  • Experience with Xero advantageous

  • Caseware knowledge

  • Highly computer literate in Outlook, Word, and Excel

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and commission structure.

  • Medical Insurance and Retirement Annuity Benefits.

  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.

  • Training and resources to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

Apply for this role today, contact Justin Peach at justin.peach@rporecruitment.us or on LinkedIn.

You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.co.za or email us your CV: financialcareers@rpo-recruit.za.com.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.