South Africa: Senior Accountant – Investment Industry posted by Hire Resolve

March 12, 2026 Jobs in South Africa

Hire Resolve

South Africa

Other Finance/Accounting

Job Description

About the Role

Hire Resolve is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join a driven and leading Investment company in Namibia. The position reports to the Financial Manager and will have a finance team reporting to him/her. As a key member of the finance team, you will be responsible for the financial reporting & governance of companies operating within the fishing and tourism industries.

Key Responsibilities

Able to effectively manage their department to report on time.
Review GL reconciliation, Cash Books, Debtors, Creditors, Fixed Asset Registers, Stock etc.
Responsible for ensuring that the Trial Balances are appropriately finalized on time and properly reviewed before submission to the Financial Manager.
Must be able to prepare the first draft of management accounts for submission to the Financial Manager.
Taking responsibility to ensure the companies are audit ready at year end.
Will be responsible for the business administration which includes all financial linked operational administration for each of the companies assigned to him/her.
Ensure contracts register is well maintained and all secretarial documentation and alternations are kept up to date and instructions executed effectively.
Will be required to understand the operations and how it impacts their assigned companies and be able to respond appropriately.
Monitor and ensure good corporate governance for all companies assigned to him/her, including:
Review of monthly VAT tracking reports.
Compliance with all Ministry related submissions and payments.

Requirements

At least 3 to 5 years experience as an Accountant or equivalent articles experience.
BCom degree + articles / NIPA registration or equivalent required.
Fishing Industry specific experience will be to your advantage.
Good communication skills written and oral (English & Afrikaans will be an added benefit).
Must be computer literate (Excel, Pastel Evolution, or similar ERP system).
Ability to prioritize their own and their teams work with excellent attention to detail.
Able to drive themselves and their team to report on strict deadlines and keep at team accountable towards their deadlines.
Sound knowledge of direct and indirect tax compliance.

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Qualifications

No formal education/certifications mentioned in the original job description.

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About Other Finance/Accounting Jobs in South Africa

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