Employer: Helderberg Personnel cc My client, a group of companies located between Somerset West and Stellenbosch, with an international footprint in the property industry, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of experience and hold a B.Com Accounting degree or a similar financial qualification. Proficiency in French and/or experience with OHADA reporting standards would be highly advantageous Requirements: Accounting * To provide a clerical and administrative support in respect of GL accounts and assist with the administration of all companies within the Division and related entities * Assist with tax audit compliance and enquiries * Work closely with managers, directors, and partners * Provide advisory services that go beyond basic bookkeeping * Provide Accounting Support * Initially assist team members with their backlog, reconciliations and setup of good accounting practices * Perform day-to-day accounting tasks where necessary * Prepare books for audit and do multiple audit reconciliations * Function as right hand to Financial Management team * Prepare monthly/quarterly management accounts * Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements * Develop and provide reports for all departments * Prepare and distribute all reports required on time * Assist with the preparation, consolidation and review of strategy, plans and budgets * VAT reporting * Where necessary delegate tasks to junior team members and review their work * Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives * Handling other ad hoc accounting and administrative duties Skills required  * Experience with online accounting packages, particularly Quickbooks beneficial * Advanced Excel knowledge * Strong reconciliation skills * Strong interpersonal skills * Good decision-making skills * Excellent people skills * Innovative; Analytical; Conceptual thinking * Work independently and as a part of a team * Business understanding * Initiating action; Drive and energy * Ability to adapt and respond to change * Proven track record of taking ownership and responsibility for delivering work accurately and timeously * Ability to self-review work before submitting it for managerial review * Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy * Speaking French or experience with OHADA hugely beneficial