Financial Accountant

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Financial Accountant to produce accurate financial reports and ensure the timely submission of statutory and tax requirements for our operating entities. This role involves working closely with the accounts team, payroll, and other internal departments while coordinating with external consultants and tax authorities across multiple regions. Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, you will contribute to enhancing the Finance function’s impact within the organization. Apply today!

POSITION INFO:

Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all general ledger transactions for assigned entities
Supervise and review bank reconciliations prepared by bookkeepers
Prepare month-end financial reports and balance sheet reconciliations for review by the Senior Financial Accountant
Process accurate journal entries and perform monthly reconciliations with third-party pay-in and pay-out partners
Collect and analyse financial data to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales revenue, liabilities, and key performance indicators
Prepare and submit statutory and regulatory returns in line with required deadlines
Support the Group Tax team with accurate and timely tax submissions, ensuring full compliance with tax regulations
Assist in year-end audit processes and prepare draft statutory financial statements for review
Contribute to business improvement initiatives, including system implementations and process optimizations
Work closely with senior managers, finance teams, auditors, tax professionals, and other stakeholders to align financial strategies with business goals
Provide internal support to other departments to resolve financial and commercial issues

Skills & Experience:
Proven work experience as a Financial Accountant or completed articles
Minimum of 2-3 years experience is highly preferable
Experience with multi-national group structures, preferably across Africa and/or the UK
Finance business systems experience across ERP platforms, preferably NetSuite
Experience in preparing VAT and Corporate tax returns in conjunction with the internal Tax function
Experience working in financial services or highly regulated industries 
Experience in high growth/fast-moving organizations
Advanced time management and organizational skills (Essential)
Strong understanding of financial principles and concepts
Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (especially MS Excel) 
 
Qualification:
Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting, or a related field (essential)
Currently studying towards CA (SA), CIMA, or SAIPA qualification (preferably)
 
Contact Refiloe Mofokeng on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CFA020370.
 
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