Work-Force
Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Senior Accountant in Benoni, and we encourage applicants from across Gauteng to consider this opportunity.
The Role
The organisation is investing in its Benoni operation, and this Senior Accountant position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the finance jobs function and contribute to the wider Gauteng business.
Beyond that, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Senior Accountant taking on this position.
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 Benoni.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Senior Accountant to step into the finance jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
About the Team
Crucially, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Benoni office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Gauteng operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Practically speaking, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Benoni will be explained during the hiring process.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Why This Role
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Benoni colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the finance jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Importantly, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
On top of that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Your Workplace
On top of that, 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.
Importantly, 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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Benoni site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Importantly, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Gauteng.
Working in Benoni
Benoni continues to grow as an employment hub in Gauteng, with easy access via the N1 and N14 corridors. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Benoni.
Many candidates already living within reach of Benoni cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Benoni, Gauteng.
Key Outputs
- Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
- Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
- Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
Who We’re Looking For
- 2-4 years’ experience in a similar finance role
- Awareness of B-BBEE financial reporting requirements
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.