Cape Town area R540,000 - R630,000 CTC per year Join the founding South African team for a growing international firm Role Overview An expanding international public accounting firm is actively building its South African presence. Specialising in accounting, payroll, and tax services for a niche global market, the firm leverages modern platforms to deliver high-level financial insights. With an existing team spread across North America and Australasia, they are now establishing a dedicated core team in South Africa to support their growing international client base. As an Accounting Manager, you will take ownership of the full accounting cycle for a dedicated portfolio of SME clients. This role blends technical accounting with high-touch advisory, requiring you to act as the primary financial contact. Key Responsibilities Prepare, review, and deliver accurate month-end financial reports and statements to clients within strict deadlines. Manage the full accounting cycle, including multiple bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and adjusting journal entries. Process international payroll for client employees, managing tax deposits, accrual adjustments, and regulatory documentation. Oversee accounts payable workflows, including bill payments, statement reviews, and dispute resolution. Maintain accurate subsidiary records for fixed assets, loan balances, and other key accounts. Prepare and file sales tax and personal property tax returns, managing related regulatory correspondence. Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, leading video meetings and providing transactional advisory. Collaborate proactively with internal tax teams, client advisors, and management to relay insights and ensure service standards are met. Qualifications & Experience Qualified Professional Accountant (SA) or AGA (SA) with 6 to 10 years of total accounting experience, including a strong background in public practice. Demonstrated experience managing the full accounting cycle for multiple clients simultaneously. Advanced proficiency in cloud accounting software, with specific, hands-on expertise in Xero. Solid understanding of international tax principles or a demonstrated ability to quickly learn new regulatory frameworks and platforms. Salary & Benefits R540,000 - R630,000 CTC per year #J-18808-Ljbffr