Paarl: Senior Accountant – Paarl posted by Talent Evolution Ltd

Role Purpose The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the full spectrum of financial accounting, control, and reporting functions across the business. The role oversees core accounting activities including cash and bank management, taxation, fixed assets, reconciliations, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal governance standards. The position also plays a key role in supporting the migration and integration of financial processes from Agrismart to Sage300 ERP, including process mapping, system implementation support, financial controls, user training, and operational transition management. Key Responsibilities Core Financial Accounting and Control Manage and oversee key accounting functions including bank and cash management Process and maintain general ledger entries and journals Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure balance sheet integrity Manage the Fixed Asset Register and related asset accounting processes Oversee rental accounting and related reconciliations Manage tax compliance functions, including VAT and employee taxes (EMP) Manage intercompany income statement reconciliations and related party confirmations Ensure accurate and timeous month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes Assist with the preparation of management accounts and statutory financial statements Ensure strong internal financial controls and compliance with IFRS and company policies Financial Operations and Shared Services Management Work closely with Shared Services teams to ensure accurate and efficient financial transaction processing Oversee and review Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cashbook outputs Ensure intercompany transactions and balances are accurately processed and reconciled Drive improvements in financial processes, controls, and reporting quality across the business Manage and support the CSS Team ERP Integration and Process Transformation Support the Financial Manager with the migration of financial processes and data from Agrismart to Sage300 ERP Conduct detailed investigations and mapping of current and future financial processes across operations and finance functions Document workflows, controls, and financial procedures for both current-state and future-state processes Identify inefficiencies and implement standardised and improved financial processes aligned with Sage300 capabilities Assist with migration planning, reconciliations, data validation, and system cut-over activities Participate in system testing, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and parallel runs Training and Change Management Develop and deliver training to finance teams, site personnel, and Shared Services staff on Sage300 processes Prepare user guides, process documentation, and financial control frameworks Provide post-implementation support to ensure successful adoption of the new ERP system Stakeholder Engagement and Governance Liaise with Finance, Operations, IT, and other internal stakeholders to ensure alignment during operational and migration phases Support internal and external audit processes by ensuring accurate documentation and audit trails Assist the Financial Manager with financial reporting and ERP migration progress reporting to management and governance structures Role Requirements BCom Accounting Degree or equivalent qualification (Essential) Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles will be advantageous Minimum 5 years post-articles experience within a multi-entity environment Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS compliance Proven experience in general ledger management, reconciliations, taxation, and fixed assets Exposure to ERP systems and ERP migrations, with Sage300 experience advantageous Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ability to manage large data sets Strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills High attention to detail and strong control orientation Strong process documentation and analytical abilities Ability to manage operational accounting responsibilities alongside project-based work Strong communication, training, and stakeholder engagement skills Proactive and solutions-driven mindset Strong organisational and time management capabilities Key Performance Areas Accuracy and completeness of monthly financial reporting and reconciliations Effective management of core accounting functions, including cash, tax, and assets Quality and timeliness of balance sheet reconciliations Successful support and implementation of ERP migration activities Completion and quality of process mapping and documentation Successful adoption and implementation of Sage300 processes Compliance with IFRS and internal governance standards Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.