Work-Force
Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Senior Accountant in Somerset West, and we encourage applicants from across Western Cape to consider this opportunity.
The Role
The organisation is investing in its Somerset West operation, and this Senior Accountant position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the finance jobs function and contribute to the wider Western Cape business.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Somerset West team.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the finance jobs group in Somerset West.
A Typical Day
Most days begin by working through your inbox, prioritising urgent supplier or audit queries before settling into the books. You move between reconciliations, journal entries and review meetings, breaking out spreadsheets when something doesn’t tie up. Mid-morning calls with operations or sales help you understand the numbers behind the numbers, and the afternoon is usually given to deeper work: management reports, tax submissions or supporting a junior with a tricky reconciliation. By the time you log off, you have nudged the business closer to a clean month-end.
Practically speaking, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Western Cape operations throw up the unexpected.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Somerset West.
Your Workplace
In addition, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Western Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Beyond that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
- Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately
- Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
- Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
- Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements and intercompany loans
- Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Compile cash-flow forecasts and variance commentary for management
Essential Criteria
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
- Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
- Experience supporting external audits is an advantage
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Working towards SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA designation is preferred
- B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.