Senior Accountant - Cape Town

Only for registered members Cape Town, South Africa

2 days ago

R650,000 - R950,000 (ZAR) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT · 12-month contract with potential for extension Lifecheq's finance department is expanding, and we are looking for a successful candidate to join this exciting growth phase. As a fast-paced technology company, our finance department must align with this ethos ...

Job description

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
12-month contract with potential for extension Lifecheq's finance department is expanding, and we are looking for a successful candidate to join this exciting growth phase. As a fast-paced technology company, our finance department must align with this ethos. The ideal candidate will be adept at implementing and utilizing technology to achieve our goals
About Lifecheq Lifecheq is a South African fintech company that provides holistic, goal-based, and fully independent financial advice. By combining human expertise with innovative digital tools, Lifecheq helps individuals and professionals plan for their financial goals from savings and insurance to retirement and investments
A decade ago, Lifecheq set out with a bold vision: making holistic financial advice accessible. Today, we're proud to power leading financial institutions with innovative solutions that have transformed millions of lives. The company focuses on accessibility and behavioural science, ensuring that financial planning aligns with clients'real-life aspirations rather than product sales
We serve over 8,000 advisers through partnerships with major institutions including Sanlam and Assupol, and are expanding internationally into Southeast Asia and African markets
The Role We're looking for a highly capable, hands-on Senior Accountant to join our core Finance Team at Lifecheq on a 12-month contract basis, with potential for extension based on performance and business needs
If you have strong technical accounting skills, thrive in a high-performance environment, and want to be part of optimising and executing change, this is your opportunity. You will work across departments to drive policy development, process improvements, and create efficiencies within the finance function
As a fast-paced technology company, our finance department must align with this ethos. The ideal candidate will be adept at implementing and utilizing technology to achieve our goals
Core Responsibilities

Preparing and presenting accurate and timely monthly management accounts
Processing monthly tracking journals for business unit management accounts
Reconciling and reviewing balance sheet accounts monthly
Reviewing financial dimensions, projects, segments, and business unit classifications
Compiling and submitting statutory returns (VAT, payroll tax) ensuring complete compliance
Preparing quarterly investor financial reports
Analysing actual vs budget variances and providing insights
Working closely with the Senior Finance Manager on automation of finance processes (forecasting, costing center reporting, building and maintaining dynamic reports)
Running the accounting for our Franchise partnerships and ensuring their accounting is complete and accurate and aligns to the appropriate accounting and tax standards

Additional Responsibilities

Reviewing bank reconciliations
Maintaining, reviewing, and coordinating the fixed asset register
Reconciling travel accounts and expense claims
Managing domestic and foreign payments, including SARB applications
Assisting with implementation of internal controls and approval processes
Championing our approval process software and driving adoption
Supporting the BEE compliance team with required financial information
Working closely with the Junior Accountant and Senior Finance Manager

Qualification and Experience Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management Accounting with solid academic results
Professional qualification: CA(SA)or CGMA preferred
Strong expertise in IFRS accounting and internal controls
Working knowledge of South African tax regulations

Highly Advantageous

1-3 years of post-article experience for qualified CAs
Experience with modern ERP systems (e.g., Xero, Sage etc)
Experience with approval workflow software and automation tools
Experience in fintech, technology, or high-growth environments

Personal Characteristics

Reliable: Consistently meet deadlines and deliver on commitments
Responsive: Communicate clearly and in a timely manner
Ownership: Take full accountability for tasks assigned to you
Attention to detail: Organized, methodical, and thorough
Analytical thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with data-driven approach
Stakeholder management: Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Pressure management: Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative
Drive and focus: Driven to meet tight deadlines without exception

What we offer

Competitive compensation: Market-related salary package - R60K - R70K - negotiable - based on experience and qualifications
Flexible working hours: Work-life balance is important to us
Remote-first environment: 100% remote work with occasional in-person collaboration as needed. Preferably based in Cape Town or Johannesburg.
Wellness half days: Annual half-day off dedicated to personal wellness
Growth opportunity: Join during an exciting expansion phase with potential for contract extension

Work Location & Arrangement This is a fully remote position based in South Africa. Candidates must be eligible to work in South Africa and be available during South African business hours
How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their CV, salary expectation and details of their notice period or earliest available start date to
Start date : 1 March
Lifecheq is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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