General Ledger Accountant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Comprehensive health insurance

Pension fund benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous General Ledger Accountant to join their finance team in a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on maintaining the general ledger, performing reconciliations, and supporting the month-end close process from anywhere in South Africa.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, have at least 3 years of general ledger experience, and are proficient in SAP/Oracle and advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in general ledger accounting or similar role.
• Proficiency with accounting software SAP/Oracle and advanced Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage workload independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, posting journal entries and ensuring data accuracy.
• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts (bank, intercompany, accruals).
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and audits.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SAP

Analytical skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous General Ledger Accountant to join their finance team remotely. This role is fundamental to ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the company's financial records. You will be responsible for managing the general ledger, performing reconciliations, and supporting the month-end close process. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to work from anywhere in South Africa, contributing to a critical function within the organization while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, including posting journal entries and ensuring accuracy of financial data.
• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts (e.g., bank accounts, intercompany accounts, accruals).
• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and audits.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in general ledger accounting or a similar role.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Pension fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.