Accountant - Financial Services

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Comprehensive medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng invites an experienced Accountant to join its finance team. You will ensure accuracy of financial records, prepare statements, manage ledgers, and support audits in a growing financial services firm.

The role requires 3–5 years of accounting experience, strong IFRS knowledge, and proficiency with SAP, Oracle or Sage and advanced Excel. A CA(SA)/AGA(SA)/ACCA credential is advantageous, with a competitive salary and provident fund benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CA(SA)/AGA(SA)/ACCA are advantageous.
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in banking/financial services.
• Strong IFRS knowledge.
• Proficiency in SAP, Oracle or Sage and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Manage the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded and reconciled.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in budgets and forecasts and monitor performance against budget.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Support external audits with documentation and explanations.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CA(SA)/AGA(SA)/ACCA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Accountant to join their finance team in Mahikeng . This role is integral to maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records within a growing financial services provider. You will be responsible for a range of accounting duties, including financial statement preparation, general ledger management, and reconciliation, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled accounting professional to contribute significantly to the financial operations of a reputable organization in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Manage the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, and monitor actual performance against budget.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), AGA(SA), ACCA) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity for professional growth and further qualification support.
• Membership in a provident fund and comprehensive medical aid.
• Stable and supportive work environment within a key regional financial hub.
• Exposure to diverse accounting functions within the financial industry .