Accountant | Snr Finance Analyst

The CFO HQ; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented accountant and Finance Analyst. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, handling daily accounting tasks, and ensuring financial health for clients. Candidates should have strong accounting knowledge and proficiency in tools like QuickBooks and Xero. Join our collaborative team for opportunities in professional growth and contributions to client success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an accountant or in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using accounting software.
• Prepare accurate profit and loss accounts and balance sheets.
• Support Clients with finance and accounting queries.
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Xero

Journals

Accruals

Financial Transactions

Financial Data

Bookkeeping

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

CA Preferable

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual to join our team as an accountant and Finance Analyst. The ideal candidate will be a rising star, keen to taken on challenges and gain valuable experience, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day accounting tasks, and ensuring the overall financial health of our clients and partner organisations bookkeeping. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, accounting process and procedures, analytical and reporting skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a global team.

Responsibilities:

1. Financial Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software. Eg Sage, Quick Books, Xero. Including submissions to Companies House.
• Prepare accurate profit and loss accounts, Balance Sheet, and Cashflow statements
• Analyse reporting outputs and monitor monthly treand analysis
• Support Clients with finance and accounting queries.

• Record daily financial transactions, including purchases, receipts, and payments.

• Post journals for UK payroll as well as prepayments & accruals

• Assist with UK Payroll process ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.

• Regular reconciliation of balance sheet items

• Review & filing of VAT returns with HMRC.

• Assist with reviewing stock-takes if required

• Process and manage accounts payable and receivable functions.

• Reconcile vendor statements and address discrepancies.

• Prepare and send out invoices to clients and customers.

• Recording sales, managing credit control

• Petty Cash and Expenses

• Identify & prepare proposed payment runs

• Set-up of & processing of payment runs

• Communication with suppliers, remittances

• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues.

• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of cash flow forecasts and budgets.

• Provide support in analyzing financial data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement.

• Generate and analyze financial reports for management review.

• Prepare month-end statements.

• Ad-hoc reporting & analysis as required, Weekly operational reports where appropriate

• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and support their needs.

• Communicate effectively with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders.

• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.

• Propose and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

• Be part of a best-in-class finance function

• Seek continual improvements in processes

• Gain full understanding of all relevant systems.

• Ensure systems are linked/accurate data flowing.

• Identify & resolve gaps in knowledge through training

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an accountant or in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with HMRC and Companies house in the UK

Education and Certification:

• CA Preferable
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional Bookkeeping or Accounting Qualifications is a plus.

Join our team and contribute to the financial success of our clients and partners by ensuring precision and integrity in our financial records. We offer a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth and optional business development opportunities. If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers, we'd love to hear from you!

Required Skills:
• Accounts Payable
• Xero
• Journals
• Accruals
• Accounting Software
• Financial Transactions
• Financial Data
• Bookkeeping
• Balance
• Balance Sheet
• Returns
• Cash Flow
• Quickbooks
• Petty Cash
• Credit
• Interpersonal Skills
• Expenses
• Filing
• Cash
• Business Development
• Payroll
• Payments
• Microsoft Excel
• Records
• Vendors
• Suppliers
• Education
• Accounting
• Preparation
• Finance
• Software
• Business
• Communication
• Sales
• Training
• Management