Financial Accountant

Acumen Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their team in Johannesburg. The role involves preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in accounting, with a strong focus on financial analysis and internal controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Or completed articles with 2+ years post-articles experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Perform month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Internal Controls

Budgeting

Forecasting

Job description

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Assistant Vice President | Acumen Group | Outsourcing | Remote Resources | Recruitment | South Africa, UK, Bermuda

Our client is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their team in Johannesburg.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
2. Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries.
3. Ensure timely reconciliation of bank accounts, merchant settlement accounts, and key balance sheet items.
4. Assist in preparing regulatory filings and reports (e.g., tax returns, VAT, FCA submissions).
5. Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition and expense classification, especially for transaction-based income.
7. Monitor and analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and process improvement opportunities.
8. Maintain and develop internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure SOX or regulatory compliance where applicable.
9. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
10. Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects, system implementations, or business case analyses.

Qualifications and requirements:

1. 5+ years of experience in a similar role
2. OR completed articles with 2+ years post-articles experience in a similar role

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Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Financial Services and Professional Services

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