HP Smit & Seuns is a growing agricultural enterprise specializing in potato farming across the Western Cape. The company is committed to sustainable practices, operational excellence, and a compliant, supportive work environment. The succesful candidate will be based in Piketberg.

This is a dynamic opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a fastpaced, multi-entity environment. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and efficient financial operations across multiple entities within the group.

Key responsibilities include: *Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple companies and trusts *Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure timely reconciliations *Manage intercompany loan accounts and transactions *Assist in the preparation of annual audit files and liaise with external auditors *Ensure tax compliance (VAT, Income Tax, PAYE) for all entities *Prepare management reports and cash flow forecasts *Monitor budgets and provide variance analysis *Work closely with directors, external accountants, and legal advisors *Oversee processing of supplier invoices, payments, and bank reconciliations *Maintain accurate records of assets, liabilities, income, and expenses *Assist with ad hoc financial projects, reports, and system improvements *all other tasks related to the position.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or related field;

• At least 3 years’ relevant accounting experience (preferably in group or trust structures);

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting;

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, or similar) and MS Excel;

• Experience with trust accounting and compliance is highly advantageous;

• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).

Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 15 July 2025.

For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on 021 863 1444.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.