Job & Company Description: This client in freight is urgently looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to join their tech savvy and diverse finance team on a 3 months contract basis. To record the financial transactions such as income, expenses and liabilities that are needed for the preparation of the trial balance and final accounts for South African branch. To maintain the ledger and to balance accounts for the South Africa company ensuring the accuracy of the accounting transactions in line with generally accepted accounting principles. This role will require an individual with a passion for accounting practices, compliance, accounts payable management, month and year end close off, balance sheet recons- and company tax and vat The key responsibilities for this role will include: Compliance Accounts payable Management Month end close Balance Sheet Reconciliations Vat returns Staff supervision Yearend close As you will be required to hit the ground running extensive experience is essential. The requirements: Qualification: BCom Degree in Accounting / Finance or related (non-negotiable) Experience: 3 years experience in similar environment 3 years experience handling bookkeeping and accounting Knowledge accepted accounting practices and principles and IFRS Excellent knowledge of the Excel and Sage (non-negotiable) Skills Required: Excellent analytical and communication skills Excellent collaborative skills Ownership and accountability If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more finance jobs, please visit

This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, values-driven environment with a focus on short-term insurance. If you are an experienced accountant with strong leadership skills and a passion for financial reporting, this could be the perfect next step in your career. As a Senior Financial Accountant, youll play a crucial role in managing financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance for our short-term insurance business. Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will ensure accurate financial statements, support audits, and contribute to strategic financial planning. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your expertise in short-term insurance finance and make an impact. For 26 years, our client has been leading innovation in the South African insurance industry. With a forward-thinking, digitally-driven approach and strong human values, their continue to set new standards. Their success comes from a team of dedicated professionals who bring energy and expertise to everything they do. Ready to make your mark? Apply now to be part of a team where you can truly make an impact and grow your career! Send your CV to