Accounting & Reporting Analyst

The Flex; Kagisano-Molopo Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

The Flex is seeking an Internal Accountant to enhance financial health and operational efficiency. The candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls, ensuring accuracy in financial records. A collaborative environment with opportunities for growth awaits in this vital role as The Flex expands globally.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Training and support

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial accounting.
• Experienced in accounting software and IFRS.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and compliance with accounting policies.
• Prepare financial reports and conduct bank reconciliations.
• Manage the general ledger and perform balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Financial reporting

Reconciliations

Tax compliance

Internal controls

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

About The Flex

The Flex is on a mission to transform the rental sector globally. We believe that renting a home should be as easy as buying an item from Amazon. Giving tenants the option to easily rent anywhere in the world and giving landlords simple, hassle-free property management without excessive management fees. We are building a small and dynamic team of A-Players, who are committed to growth and ready to scale The Flex to a global powerhouse in its sector. We believe in rewarding ambition and promoting from within.

Role Overview

The Internal Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of The Flex. We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Internal Accountant to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring the financial integrity of our business, managing internal financial records, and optimising our accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, tax compliance, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal accounting policies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are properly recorded.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
  
  

General Ledger & Reconciliations

• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Ensure all revenue and expense transactions are accurately recorded and classified.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
  
  

Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS/local accounting standards.
• Work with external auditors and tax consultants when needed.
  
  

Process Improvement & Internal Controls

• Develop and maintain internal financial controls to reduce risks.
• Identify areas for efficiency improvements in accounting processes.
  
  

Expense Management

• Manage expense tracking and employee reimbursements.
  
  

Requirements

• Experience:
• 3+ years of experience in financial accounting.
• Experience working with remote teams.
• Proven track record in accounting software, strong knowledge of IFRS and advance excel skills ((Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Accountant trained in GAAP, IFRS, and Xero/QuickBooks or equivalent.
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth within a fast-expanding company.
• Training and support to help you excel in your role.
• A collaborative, inclusive work environment.