Senior Accountant (QuickBooks)

SAPRO
South Africa
Full-time
Posted 4 hours ago
Full-time Finance & Accounting
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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Record accounting transactions and prepare trial balances and financial statements
  • Perform audit procedures over cash, A/R, A/P, inventory, fixed assets, prepaid and accrued expenses, debt, and income statement accounts
  • Prepare tax returns and supporting work papers accurately and efficiently
  • Apply a working knowledge of applicable tax laws and regulations
  • Demonstrate familiarity with FASB, AICPA, and GASB standards
  • Understand and adhere to AICPA rules, regulations, and code of ethics
  • Interpret and apply relevant IRC sections and regulations
  • Meet chargeable hour targets with accurate time and record keeping
  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting processes
  • Manage multiple clients while maintaining high service standards

Qualifications & Experience

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
  • Minimum 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience
  • Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online
  • Experience managing multiple clients simultaneously
  • Team management experience
  • Availability to work US hours with a 4–6 hour overlap (client dependent)
  • Industry experience in Construction (job costing, WIP, project-based accounting) and Healthcare (high-volume bookkeeping, operational accounting)

Skills & Attributes

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management and organizational ability
  • High attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technical software
  • Collaborative mindset during planning, decision-making, and execution
  • High level of integrity, dependability, and accountability
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Team-oriented, able to build trust and strong working relationships
  • Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, ethics, and a positive attitude

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You'll apply on SAPRO's own site before 29 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationSouth Africa
CategoryFinance & Accounting
Experience5+ years
Posted30 October 2026
Closing Date29 November 2026
SAPRO
South Africa

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