Audit & Accounts Senior

Location:

South Africa (Fully Remote)
Contract Type:
Full-time
Qualification

Required:

Chartered Accountant (SA) – CA(SA)

We are seeking a highly capable Audit & Accounts Senior, fully qualified CA(SA), to join our team in a 100% remote capacity. This role suits a self-driven professional with strong technical expertise who can manage audit engagements and accounts preparation independently while collaborating effectively with a distributed team.

• Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion in a remote setting
• Prepare and review audit working papers in line with ISA requirements
• Identify audit risks and design appropriate audit procedures
• Review work prepared by junior team members and provide remote coaching and feedback
• Draft audit findings, management letters, and audit reports
• Liaise with clients via video calls, email, and shared platforms to resolve queries

• Prepare and review statutory financial statements (FRS
  102)
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act and relevant accounting standards
• Review trial balances, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist with consolidations where required
• Support year-end and periodic reporting deadlines

• Act as a primary client contact on engagements
• Manage deadlines, budgets, and deliverables independently
• Support and mentor junior team members remotely
• Contribute to continuous improvement of remote audit and reporting processes
• Assist managers and partners with ad-hoc technical and advisory work

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (SA) – CA(SA) (essential)
• Completed SAICA articles
• Strong audit and financial reporting technical knowledge
• Proven experience in audit and accounts preparation
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple engagements remotely
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and professional judgement
• Experience with CCH, Xero, Quick Books, or similar systems (advantageous)

• Reliable high-speed internet connection
• Suitable home office setup
• Comfortable working across virtual platforms and time zones
• Strong time management and self-discipline

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Fully remote working – no office requirement
• Exposure to an international client base
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Clear opportunities for career progression

As a top 40 UK firm of Chartered Accountants, we go beyond the numbers—partnering with businesses, corporate clients, charities, and individuals to drive success. Whether supporting growing enterprises or guiding nonprofits, we provide expert financial insight with a personal touch.