South Pole

Senior Accountant

South Pole

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Cape Town • South Africa

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • Independently manage general ledger tasks for entities
  • Preparation of weekly and monthly bank balances files and cash flow forecasting
  • Perform bookkeeping, reconciliation of accounts, and verification of financial data
  • Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities to ensure timely financial reporting
  • Reconcile Intercompany accounts
  • Administer accounts receivables process
  • Collaboration in the cash collection process
  • Prepare and submit VAT and tax declarations
  • Contribute to the preparation of monthly management reports with key financial insights
  • Oversee the expense claims and credit card processes
  • Supervise the credit card application process for the global company
  • Support the finance team with additional responsibilities as assigned by the Finance Manager or Head of Region
  • Support the external bookkeepers and the auditors with various requests relating to the financial accounts

Requirements

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in an international or Swiss-based company
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS, Swiss GAAP is a plus, VAT regulations, and accounting principles
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (Abacus, D365, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
  • Fluency in English is required
  • Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
Benefits
  • Flexible working hours
  • Flexible workplace (home office)
  • Above-average vacation allowances
  • Options to buy up to 5 extra days of time off
  • Life Insurance
  • Access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
  • Competitive Paid Parental leave
  • Compassionate Leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
general ledger managementbookkeepingaccount reconciliationfinancial data verificationcash flow forecastingfinancial reportingVAT declarationsfinancial insights preparationexpense claims processingcredit card application supervision
Soft Skills
analytical mindsetattention to detailindependent workcollaborationsupportive teamwork
Certifications
degree in Accountingdegree in Finance