Team Leader - Financial Accounting

The Role

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced financial accounting professional with deep public sector expertise and a strong understanding of the machinery of government.

Leading a capable financial accounting team, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, statutory compliance, and the delivery of high-quality technical accounting advice. You will provide leadership across financial accounting functions, support organisational decision-making, and maintain robust financial controls and reporting frameworks.

Role Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Strong knowledge of government financial management legislation, policies, and practices, including public sector reporting requirements, IPSAS, and machinery of government processes.
• Proven experience preparing financial statements and supporting external reporting within a large and complex organisation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including leading, coaching, and developing financial accounting teams in demanding environments.
• Strong technical accounting capability and sound judgement, with the ability to provide practical advice that supports business decision-making while protecting financial integrity.
• Full CA membership or an equivalent professional qualification is preferred.

Contact

All inquiries and applications to Archway Recruitment are treated in the strictest confidence. For a confidential discussion and to find out more about this opportunity please contact Michael Chhim – e-mail

Mike@archwayrecruitment.com or phone 027 582 1128.