Financial Accountant - Senior

Profile Personnel; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking a motivated Financial Accountant based in East London, Eastern Cape. This position offers a chance to work closely with senior finance leaders, dealing with financial reporting, compliance, and audits.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, with a BCom Degree and 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience. A team player, they will thrive in a dynamic environment, contributing significantly to the organization’s financial activities.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years relevant accounting experience.
• Articles completed at a small audit or accounting practice will be advantageous.
• Experience within an accounting firm, audit practice, or investment environment beneficial.
• Professional registration (SAIPA or SAICA) is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial and operational reporting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and update financial reports.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and assist with special projects.
• Ensure compliance with financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Organisation and time-management skills

Ability to work under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Proactive and adaptable

Education

BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Financial Accountant

Location: East London, Eastern Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join a growing investment and property-focused business. This role offers exposure to a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where you will work closely with senior finance leadership and gain broad experience across financial reporting, taxation, compliance, audits, and stakeholder reporting.

The successful candidate will be a driven finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in delivering accurate financial information, and is eager to contribute to a growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Financial Manager with financial and operational reporting across multiple entities.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and reporting packs.
• Prepare annual financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and update consolidated reporting templates and regional financial reports.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and assist with special projects as required.
• Assist in documenting and improving financial and operational business processes.
• Prepare and review tax computations, provisional tax calculations, and dividend distributions.
• Prepare and submit tax returns using relevant tax software platforms.
• Assist with VAT reviews, tax reconciliations, IT14SD submissions, and SARS-related queries.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Compile audit files and liaise with external auditors during audit processes.
• Assist with shareholder and stakeholder financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare, monitor, and maintain cash flow forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years\' relevant accounting experience.
• Articles completed at a small audit or accounting practice will be advantageous.
• Experience within an accounting firm, audit practice, investment environment, or multi-entity business structure beneficial.
• Professional registration (SAIPA or SAICA) is advantageous but not essential.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, taxation, and financial reporting.

Skills and Competencies

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take ownership of responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Strong sense of accountability and professionalism.

What We\'re Looking For

We are seeking a finance professional who is ambitious, technically strong, and eager to grow their career. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, thrives on responsibility, and wants to gain exposure to a diverse range of financial and business activities.