Senior Accountant in Cape Town

Tumaini Consulting is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a reputable client’s team in Cape Town. The permanent role is market related, and the original listing gives an application closing date of 25 December 2026.

About the company and the work

Tumaini Consulting is the recruitment and staffing agency named in the original listing. The role sits with a client team and is focused on senior-level accounting work, including technical accounting, SARS compliance, VAT and payroll-related matters.

Role details and duties

• Senior accounting work for a client team in Cape Town
• Technical accounting, with strong attention to detail
• SARS compliance, VAT and payroll-related matters
• Working independently and managing deadlines

Requirements

Only the requirements stated in the original listing are summarised here:

• Completed SAIPA, CIMA or SAICA articles, or equivalent relevant experience
• At least three to five years’ experience in an accounting firm environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Strong working knowledge of Xero, required
• Experience with CaseWare and/or GreatSoft, advantageous
• Good understanding of SARS compliance, VAT and payroll-related matters
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• The original listing asks applicants to send transcripts with applications

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Careers24 listing, using the Apply button on this page. The original listing also gives an email address for CVs and says correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Do not pay a fee to apply.

Practical tips

• Highlight accounting firm experience and completed articles clearly
• Show Xero experience prominently, and CaseWare or GreatSoft if you have it
• Include your transcripts, as the original listing requests
• Keep your CV focused on technical accounting, compliance and deadlines

How the process works

Read the full original listing, then apply through the original link before 25 December 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Important information

This page is informational only and does not guarantee a job, an interview or any salary. Confirm the final duties, location and terms in the original advert before you apply.

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