Financial Accountant

SavageOne Pty Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

SavageOne Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to support the Head of Finance by maintaining accurate records, processing day-to-day transactions, and assisting with monthly closings up to trial balance.

You will ensure data integrity, compliance with accounting standards, and contribute to monthly management reports while developing expertise in accounting operations within a dynamic team in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• BCom Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in a similar role.
• Strong computer literacy and Advanced Excel.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central is non-negotiable.
• Must have own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of annual financial budgets.
• Sign off and review creditors payments.
• Maintain creditors ageing and monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management reports and financial statements.
• Support accounts and finance staff and supervise junior team members.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Education

BCom/ Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

The Financial Accountant will support the Head of Finance by maintaining accurate financial records, processing day-to-day accounting transactions, and assisting with monthly closing procedures up to trial balance. This role helps ensure financial data integrity and compliance with accounting standards while developing professional expertise in accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of the annual financial budgets

Sign off/review local and foreign creditors payments according to deadlines and credit terms

Maintain creditors ageing

Submit monthly reconciliations by deadline

Reconciliation of all accounts receivable Debtors Reports

Support accounts and finance staff

Monthly reconciliation of supplier and customer accounts

Review and sign off monthly creditors reconciliations

Prepare monthly intercompany matrices and resolve variances before consolidation

Related party reconciliations

Conduct internal audit reviews to ensure compliance with financial standards and best practices

Assist with internal and external audit preparation

Serve as main contact for auditors

Prepare monthly management reports

Compile financial statements including balance sheets and income statements (monthly packs)

Maintain and circulate accurate weekly cash flow forecasts

Review P&L revenue and expense allocations

Manage mobile and data card registers, variance reporting, and cost centre allocations

Perform other duties as delegated by senior management

Supervise junior team members and review work for management reports

Review allocation of expenses to correct cost centres and projects

Manage all group balance sheet tasks

Handle fixed asset register (FAR) journals and reconciliations

Weekly review of debtors reports

Payment reconciliations

Team progress reporting

Reconciliation of finance leases

Required Qualifications & Experience

BCom Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in a similar role

Strong computer literacy and Advanced Excel

Experience with Microsoft Business Central is non-negotiable

Must have own vehicle

Desired Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other financial standards

High attention to detail and strong professional ethics

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Dependable, adaptable, and eager to learn

Strong collaboration and team-player attitude

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines