Join Our Dynamic Team as a Bookkeeper!  Are you a tech-savvy bookkeeping expert with a passion for accuracy and innovation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong understanding of UK VAT regulations? If so, we want YOU to be part of our growing team of accountants and business advisors! Location: Remote or Hybrid in Office (depending on your location) Contract Term: 12 Month Renewable Contract    With clients ranging from £250,000 to £10 million turnover, you'll have the opportunity to work with a variety of UK Limited companies and showcase your expertise. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain our client bookkeeping systems, including: Bank reconciliations Invoice and receipt input Production of payment runs Preparation of client reports VAT processing Support our team of accountants and business advisors. Ensure smooth day-to-day operations by collaborating with and assisting team members. What We’re Looking For: UK Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ experience in bookkeeping with a strong understanding of UK VAT regulations. Knowledge of the VAT margin scheme and CIS would be highly advantageous. Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Xero, Sage, and Dext (Precision and Prepare) is essential. Familiarity with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite, and other bespoke accounting software is a bonus. Attention to Detail: Your accuracy will ensure bookkeeping records and reports are flawless. Organised and Proactive: Manage multiple tasks with ease in a dynamic environment. Strong Communicator: Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills. Problem-Solving Attitude: Confident working autonomously and finding solutions.   Ready to take your bookkeeping career to the next level? Apply today and let’s grow together!

Are You Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights? Newly Qualified Audit Semi-Senior – Fresh Out of ArticlesAre you signing off your articles in December 2024 or January 2025 and wondering what’s next? Before committing to a long-term decision, why not embark on an exciting short-term adventure? We’re offering driven, dynamic, and ambitious newly qualified Audit Semi-Seniors a chance to gain valuable UK experience with one of our esteemed UK-based clients. This short-term secondment is your opportunity to enhance your skills, broaden your horizons, and give your career a significant edge in the international market. The Opportunity: Location: Johannesburg (Office-Based – Hybrid) Contract Period: January 2025 – April 2025 Bonuses: Guaranteed bonus upon successful completion, plus performance-based bonuses throughout the term. What You’ll Do: As an Audit Semi-Senior, you’ll support the delivery of statutory audits and accounts preparation for Owner-Managed Business clients. Your responsibilities will include: Planning audit assignments, identifying key risks, and designing appropriate tests. Managing budgets, completing analytical reviews, and ensuring efficient audit delivery. Assisting with stock takes, bank letter processes, and assignment feedback forms. Proactively communicating with management to ensure smooth progress and timely completion of workloads. Requirements: Newly signed-off Articles (December 2024/January 2025). Experience in audits at medium or smaller firms, ideally handling quicker, smaller audit engagements. Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified CA(SA). Exposure to audit planning, completion, and account preparation. Proficiency in using analytical review processes to evaluate financial data. This contract is a fantastic steppingstone for newly qualified professionals eager to gain international exposure and sharpen their skills in a fast-paced, rewarding environment. Ready to stand out and set your career apart?Take the first step toward an exciting international journey! Don’t wait—opportunities like this don’t come around often! 

Exciting Opportunity: Corporate Finance AM (Due Diligence Specialist)   Are you ready to elevate your career? Our client, a prestigious Top 50 accounting firm in the UK, is expanding its South African team and seeking a dynamic, experienced Corporate Finance Assistant Manager (Due Diligence Specialist) to join their transaction advisory team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in buy/sell strategies and corporate planning for a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses (OMBs) and larger companies. Be part of this esteemed firm’s journey and contribute to its continued success.   Location: Hybrid Model - Based at either our Johannesburg Office (Woodmead) or Cape Town Office (Century City) Term: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Renewable Annually)   About the Role: As a Corporate Finance AM (Due Diligence Specialist), you will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing various financial activities and projects. You will be responsible for leading a team and ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial services to clients. You will be responsible for assisting with the due diligence process by providing financial analysis, coordinating with other advisors, and applying commercial logic to mitigate risks. This position requires a proactive, results-oriented individual who can effectively manage client relationships and drive business growth.   Key Responsibilities: Financial Analysis: Assist in the preparation of comprehensive financial analyses for potential acquirers, utilizing historical, forecast, and budget data. Data Management: Manage data requests, collate and interpret information, and ensure the timely preparation and updating of financial information for relevant documentation. Due Diligence: Support the preparation of financial due diligence reports and assist in the collation and presentation of financial information during the due diligence stage. Commercial Investigation: Conduct in-depth commercial investigations into client businesses, including market sentiment, industry specifics, and competitor positioning. Due Diligence Leadership: Lead and execute due diligence processes for corporate transactions, ensuring all relevant financial, operational, and strategic factors are thoroughly assessed. Reporting and Recommendations: Deliver high-quality, detailed reports on findings and analyses, offering actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and clients. Timely Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all due diligence activities, including financial analysis, risk assessments, and strategic insights.   Qualifications and Experience: Qualified ACCA, CA(SA) or CIMA. At least 1-2 years of post-article experience in Corporate Finance (Due Diligence Reporting). Excellent understanding of corporate deal structuring and processes. Comfortable working with business owners and internal corporate finance specialists. Proven experience in due diligence reporting within corporate finance, with a strong ability to produce clear, concise, and insightful reports. Expertise in financial analysis and the ability to synthesize complex information into easily digestible reports for clients and senior executives. Experience in managing multiple due diligence projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for each engagement. Expertise in financial analysis and the ability to synthesize complex information into easily digestible reports for clients and senior executives. Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. High attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).   If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact in the corporate finance world, we would love to hear from you.   Apply Now: We invite you to apply by submitting your detailed CV with your relevant experience to [email protected]

Apply your audit skills in a fulfilling role with a respected UK accountancy practice!   Take the next step in your career with an award-winning accounting firm based in the UK with over 100 years of experience in the industry. Imagine a place where you are supported to continually expand your knowledge and skills, whilst gaining recognition for your hands-on work with interesting and high calibre clients. In this role, you will work with the team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of technical audit and other accountancy services.   This Role Offers: International Exposure: Collaborate with a prominent UK firm while based in South Africa. Location: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement in our vibrant Cape Town office (Century City) or our dynamic Johannesburg office (Woodmead). Contract: A 12-month annually renewable contract.   Role Highlights: Carry out tasks assigned by senior team members. Receive constructive feedback and engage in discussions with seniors to enhance learning and apply insights to future tasks. Manage smaller assignments with guidance from team members as needed. Complete assignments for managers and supervisors to the required level of quality. Assign tasks to new trainees and offer continuous feedback throughout their development. Serve as a role model for new trainees, demonstrating best practices. Provide support for a diverse client portfolio. Prepare and submit statutory accounts, including FRS 102, Group Accounts, Limited Company Accounts, and LLP Accounts. Oversee audits from initial planning to final completion, coordinating with both the team and clients as necessary. Conduct pre-audit and post-audit meetings with clients to discuss findings and next steps. Review the work of junior accountants and deliver on-the-job training to enhance their skills. Manage assignments while collaborating with other team members as required.   What We’re Looking For: CA(SA) or equivalent. A minimum of 2 years’ accountancy practice experience. Proven experience with UK GAAP. Adept at team management. Proficient with CCH or ProAudit.   Your Next Step: Want to leave your mark? Join us as an Audit Senior—apply now!

Join our dynamic team in South Africa as an Audit Senior. Our client, a leading firm in the UK is currently looking for an experienced and qualified Audit Senior to join their offshoring team based in South Africa. As an Audit Senior, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional audit and accounting services to a diverse clientele. Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town (Hybrid) Contract Term: 12-Month Annual Renewable Contract Overview of role: You will be responsible for completing audit and accounting assignments. This role primarily involves audit work, with some accounting tasks and taxation computations. The work will be detailed, and you may supervise Juniors on other client projects. This position offers a diverse portfolio of clients both large listed and owner-managed businesses. Main responsibilities and duties: Before commencing jobs, conduct planning and budgeting, ensuring partner approval of plans prior to assignment initiation. Prepare a comprehensive file for review, which includes drafted accounts and tax computations, approved audit programs, and documented queries. When overseeing projects managed by other staff, monitor progress closely, including adherence to time and budget constraints, and promptly escalate any issues to your manager or partner. Review the work completed by junior staff after assignments, ensuring thorough inspection before the final file is passed to your manager or partner. Provide juniors with a clear understanding of their tasks and objectives and support their skills development through on-the-job training and supervision. Handle routine correspondence promptly and inform your manager promptly of any delays. Identify opportunities to improve client service by recommending additional services to current clients and attracting new clients to the firm. Support managers and partners in their marketing efforts. Maintain the firm's quality assurance procedures and consistently deliver exceptional standards of client care. Qualifications and Requirements: Qualified Chartered Accountant CA(SA) with 1-2 years of post-article experience in the private sector. Proficiency in drafting accounts and tax computations. Proven experience in leading full audits and ability to work independently. UK GAAP experience would be highly advantageous. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and team members. Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in using audit software: CaseWare, Inflow and Xero.

Exciting Opportunity for an Audit Senior within Agriculture/Farming sector!   Are you a vibrant, enthusiastic and energetic individual looking to take your career to the next level? Our clients are looking for a dynamic and motivated Audit Senior with expertise in either US GAAP or UK GAAP and a solid background in the Agriculture/Farming sector to join their innovative team based in South Africa. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to make a significant impact in the world of audit and assurance.   Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town (Hybrid Office Model) Contract Term: This is a 4–6-month contract with the potential for a longer-term (12 months) extension based on performance.   Key Responsibilities: Plan and Execute Audit Engagements: Lead and participate in planning and executing audit engagements, ensuring all phases are conducted efficiently and effectively. Substantive Testing and Analytical Procedures: Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures in accordance with auditing standards and firm methodologies. Risk Assessment and Procedure Development: Identify and evaluate audit risks and develop appropriate audit procedures to address these risks. Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and review work papers and documentation to support audit findings and conclusions, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Client Communication: Clearly and professionally communicate audit findings to clients, providing insights and recommendations as needed. Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members to ensure the timely and efficient completion of audit assignments. Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure that all audit procedures and practices comply with relevant auditing standards, regulations, and firm policies. Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analysing information from accounting systems and client personnel. Qualifications: Can be fully qualified CA(SA), CIMA or ACCA or part-qualified with significant experience in the Agriculture/Farming sectors, demonstrating a solid understanding of industry-specific challenges and standards. Proficient in audit software such as CaseWare, CCH and TeamMate. Meticulous attention to detail, coupled with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking capabilities, essential for identifying issues and proposing actionable solutions.   If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, we want to hear from you!  

Unlock Your Career Potential: Audit Senior Role Are you a passionate and ambitious professional with a flair for US GAAP? Join an elite US-based CPA firm as an Audit Senior and become part of their innovative South African team. This is your opportunity to work with industry-leading experts and a diverse client portfolio, all while growing your career in a dynamic and rewarding environment. Step into a role where you'll make an impact, develop cutting-edge skills, and be part of a firm celebrated for its commitment to excellence and groundbreaking solutions in the audit industry. Elevate your career—your next big opportunity starts here! Location: Johannesburg (Hybrid Office Model) Contract Term: This is an 11-month contract with the potential for a longer-term (12 months) extension based on performance. Working Hours: The role requires alignment with US working hours, generally from 14:00 to 19:00 (5 hours), with flexibility for completing the rest of the working day as suited for you.   Key Responsibilities: Plan and Execute Audit Engagements: Lead and participate in planning and executing audit engagements, ensuring all phases are conducted efficiently and effectively. Substantive Testing and Analytical Procedures: Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures in accordance with auditing standards and firm methodologies. Risk Assessment and Procedure Development: Identify and evaluate audit risks and develop appropriate audit procedures to address these risks. Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and review work papers and documentation to support audit findings and conclusions, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Client Communication: Clearly and professionally communicate audit findings to clients, providing insights and recommendations as needed. Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members to ensure the timely and efficient completion of audit assignments. Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure that all audit procedures and practices comply with relevant auditing standards, regulations, and firm policies. Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analysing information from accounting systems and client personnel.   Qualifications: Qualifications: CA(SA), CIMA, or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 1 year of post-article experience in external audit, specifically within the US territory. Technical Expertise: US GAAP experience is essential. Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the Not-for-Profit (NFP) and Employee Benefit Plans (EBP) sectors is highly advantageous. Technical Skills: Proficient in Caseware and related audit tools. Core Competencies: Strong problem-solving skills, keen attention to detail, and demonstrated leadership in managing audit engagements. Audit Experience: Proven experience handling smaller audit engagements, typically completed within a two-week timeframe per engagement.   If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, we want to hear from you!   Apply Now: We invite you to apply by submitting your detailed CV with your relevant experience to [email protected]

Exciting Short-Term Contracts for Audit Seniors: Gain International Experience! Have you recently completed your articles and are looking to gain international experience? Join our team and take your career to the next level! We’re offering short-term contracts for Audit Seniors to work remotely from South Africa for leading auditing firms in the US and UK.   Why This Opportunity is for You: Short-Term Contracts: Perfect for gaining international experience without long-term commitment (4 to 6 months). Gain International Exposure: Work with top-tier auditing firms across the US and UK. Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the flexibility of working from managed offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town. Competitive Salary: Attractive packages that recognize your expertise. Career Growth: Open doors to long-term international audit opportunities with GCO.   Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage audit engagements for a diverse range of clients. Ensure effective planning, efficient execution, and timely completion of engagements. Develop strong client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor. Analyze financial statements and provide recommendations to enhance internal controls and operational efficiency. Collaborate with partners and managers to develop tailored audit strategies. Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering their professional development.   Qualifications and Requirements: Completed 3-year Article Traineeship - No post-Article experience required. Part-Qualified CA(SA), ACCA, or CIMA or Newly Qualified CA(SA), ACCA, or CIMA. Strong understanding of IFRS for SME's and auditing standards. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in using audit software (CaseWare, Pro-Audit, CCH, Inflow) and Microsoft Office Suite.   Claim Your Seat at the International Table! Showcase your skills and make your mark on the global stage. This is your chance to gain invaluable experience, enhance your career, and work with some of the best in the industry through our short-term contracts.   Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!