Financial Accountant

Kaelo; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Johannesburg is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance functions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in financial management, a BCOM degree, and proficiency in Xero and Excel. This role demands strong analytical and communication skills to ensure accuracy and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in financial management.
• Experience in policy implementation and new systems.
• Strong accounting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage and report all financial outcomes.
• Prepare financial reports and perform analyses.
• Coordinate communication with internal and external parties.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budget management

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BCOM Degree

Diploma or degree with accounting as a major

Tools

Xero

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Accountability for all financial aspects of the Finance, including financial / statutory reporting and measurement, forecasting, tax and legal compliance and budget management across all areas. Manage systems implementation and integrity to ensure accurate and timeous financial results. Responsible for supporting the full financial function.

KEY OUTCOMES

Manage Financial Reporting

Financial reporting and measurement

Prepare and submit reports

Analyse reports and execute external audits

Manage intercompany and bank accounts

Ensuring the accuracy of allocations within the accounting system

Budgeting and Forecasts

Manage Accounts Payable

Perform balance sheet reconciliations

Manage payment runs

Process and Communication Management

Processes and internal controls to support the business

Communication and liasing with internal parties (other divisions)

Communication and liasing with external parties (Bank, auditors, etc.)

Qualifications

PERSON DETAILS : WORK EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED

5 + years’ experience

Experience in implementing policy and implementing new systems and procedures

Accounting experience and knowledge

PREFERRED

EDUCATION : QUALIFICATIONS : ACCREDITATIONS WITH PROFESSIONAL BODY

REQUIRED

BCOM Degree

PREFERRED

Diploma or degree with accounting as a major

TECHNICAL SKILLS OR KNOWLEDGE

REQUIRED

Xero

Excel

Outlook

Ability to analyse, interpret and report financial data

Additional Information

Personal Attributes

• Accountability
• Action orientated
• Collaborative
• Communication
• Business writing skills
• Manages complexity
• Problem solving skills
• Decision
• Growth and development mind-set
• Financial acumen
• Planning and organisation
• Resilient and adaptive
• Self-development
• Purpose driven
• Significance and values orientate