Financial Accountant - On-Site Role

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to diverse financial ops

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Financial Accountant for our Randburg office. You will prepare IFRS financial statements, manage the general ledger, perform reconciliations and assist with budgets while ensuring SA IFRS compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years of financial accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and proficiency in SAP/Oracle/Sage. On-site work in Randburg and collaboration with audit teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Pursuing or completed professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (SAP/Oracle/Sage) and advanced Excel.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and South African accounting practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in IFRS.
• Maintain and manage the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with budgets and forecasts.
• Support internal and external audit processes with necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.
• Process journal entries and accruals.
• Contribute to process improvements and controls.
• Prepare management reports and handle ad-hoc accounting tasks.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Excel (advanced)

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CA(SA)/CIMA/ACCA candidate or qualified

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established financial services firm located in **Randburg**, Gauteng, is seeking a dedicated and proficient Financial Accountant. This role is based at our **Randburg** office, requiring consistent on-site presence to manage and execute core accounting functions. You will be responsible for preparing accurate financial statements, managing the general ledger, performing reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in accounting, practical experience with accounting software, and a meticulous approach to financial record-keeping. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a reputable organization and further develop your accounting expertise within a professional setting in **Randburg**.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Maintain and manage the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately.
• Perform balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.
• Process journal entries and accruals.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes and controls.
• Assist in the preparation of management reports.
• Handle ad-hoc accounting tasks and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• Currently pursuing or completed professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and South African accounting practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and meet deadlines.
• Must be willing to work on-site in **Randburg**.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further studies.
• Exposure to diverse financial operations.
• A professional and collaborative work environment.