Financial Accountant

BrighterMonday Kenya; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online marketplace in Africa is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to manage general accounting functions and ensure compliance with financial regulations. You will prepare financial reports, supervise cash balances, and collaborate with teams to drive financial excellence. The ideal candidate holds a BCom in Accounting and has over 5 years of experience in a similar role, with strong expertise in GAAP/IFRS principles and accounting software like Xero. Remote work with occasional office visits required.

Benefits

Remote work

Collaborative culture

Exposure to high-impact projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in a similar role.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero).
• Solid understanding of GAAP/IFRS principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage supplier settlements and debit orders.
• Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation.

Skills

Accounting principles

Tax compliance

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Xero

Communication skills

Education

BCom in Accounting or Finance

SAICA / SAIPA articles

Tools

Accounting software

SARS e-filing

Job description

Job Description

Who are we?

Roam Africa is the central team of multiple online marketplace businesses in Africa. We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting.

As a Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for managing general accounting functions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in corporate and statutory reporting, providing technical expertise in IFRS and GAAP and working collaboratively across teams to drive financial excellence.

Responsibilities

• Review processing of all bank accounts and credit cards
• Post-month-end journal entries and ensure financial records are accurate and complete.
• Review journal entries posted by junior accountants as a first-level check.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review reconciliations submitted.
• Update and maintain monthly management reports, providing variance analysis.
• Compare budget vs actual costs, investigating and explaining discrepancies.
• Prepare and upload financial files
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting.
• Post payroll journal entries and intercompany recharges into Xero.
• Monitor cash balances and ensure liquidity.
• Supervise bank statement uploads and perform the first release on payments below $2.5k.
• Manage supplier settlements, debit orders, and credit card controls.
• Ensure incoming accounts mailbox requests are actioned.
• Track and renew annual and monthly SARB applications as required.
• Ensure timely invoice processing, payments, and receipts.
• Manage debtors' statements and follow up on outstanding collections.
• Review intercompany recharges and oversee financial transactions across subsidiaries.
• Prepare EMP501 schedules and VAT reconciliations for FM review.
• Load EMP201 reports in SARS e-filing and process tax payments.
• Prepare provisional tax calculations for FM review and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation.
• Manage invoice approvals before processing payments.
• Conduct bank reconciliation reviews and assist in developing financial reports and models.

Requirements

• BCom in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• SAICA / SAIPA articles are required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in a similar role.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero).
• Solid understanding of GAAP/IFRS principles.
• Experience with taxation and E-filing.
• Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide insights.
• Experience in financial modelling and data analysis (advantageous).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to operate in a changing environment.
• Ability to work in a lean team and go beyond the call of duty when needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-player mindset.

Benefits

• Remote work with requirements to go into the office from time to time
• Backing of the international media powerhouse Ringier AG, which allows us to access world-class development resources, shared knowledge and a wealth of international business insights.
• Collaborative & inclusive culture that values teamwork.
• Exposure to high-impact financial projects across multiple regions.