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Senior Accounting Lead

1 week ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Shift Pursuit Full time

Shift Pursuit is seeking a skilled Statutory Compliance Team Lead to oversee financial statement preparation and US GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliations for international organisations.

About the Role

This dynamic and challenging opportunity involves overseeing monthly tasks, preparing year-end financial close activities, and coordinating with auditors and external consultants.

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare monthly tasks such as VAT, Intrastat report, Payroll, Balance sheet recons, SOX binders
  • Coordinate year-end financial close activities (US GAAP to Local GAAP reconciliations, Local GAAP financial statements drafting)
  • Collaborate with auditors for PBC list preparation
  • Work with external consultants on annual CIT questionnaires
  • Assist with ad-hoc accounting, tax, and finance projects
  • Support team leaders in smooth operation of transaction parts and monthly reporting
  • Provide guidance to junior staff and assist with mentoring staff to meet client deadlines
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
  • 3-5 years' experience in accounting & taxation
  • Good MS Office skills, especially in using Excel
  • Fluency in English and German language (written and verbal skills)
  • Good knowledge of accounting principles and taxation
  • Attention to detail
  • Good communication skills with proactive, supportive, and positive approach
  • Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • SAP ERP knowledge is required
  • SSC environment would be a key asset
  • Experience working with German Tax authorities