Senior Trust Accountant Market-Related Salary Cape Town, CBD We are seeking a Senior Trust Accountant to join a well-established financial services firm based in Cape Town CBD. The role is ideal for a technically strong financial professional with deep expertise in trust accounting, fiduciary governance, and regulatory compliance. About the Role The Senior Trust Accountant will manage the financial administration of a portfolio of trusts, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and high standards of fiduciary governance. This role requires a candidate with a strong understanding of financial statements, trust administration, and exposure to regulatory processes (RE1, RE2, RE5). Key Responsibilities Trust Financial Administration Prepare, review, and interpret financial statements for trust portfolios Manage trust-related transactions, including fund transfers for buying and selling of shares Ensure compliance with fiduciary and regulatory requirements Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and external service providers Regulatory Compliance Maintain RE1 (completed or in progress), with exposure to RE2 and RE5 Ensure adherence to relevant financial services regulations Support internal controls and reporting for regulatory audits Client Interaction (High-Level) Communicate and liaise with high-net-worth clients as required Provide clear explanations of trust financials and related transactions while maintaining discretion and professionalism Qualification and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Financial Services, Accounting, Finance, or a related field 5 years’ experience in trust accounting and administration Significant experience in trust administration and fiduciary reporting RE1 certification completed or in progress; exposure to RE2 and RE5 Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Key Competencies High integrity and discretion Attention to detail and accuracy Client-focused mindset Ability to work independently with minimal supervision If you are a motivated, technically skilled professional with experience in trust accounting and regulatory compliance, this is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, client-focused environment. Disclaimer: If we do not contact you within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application as unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr