Remote German-Speaking Financial Accountant (Cape Town)

Talent Shore; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Financial Accountant fluent in German for a remote position in Cape Town. The role requires documenting and analyzing financial data, preparing financial information, and independently processing business transactions. Candidates should have relevant qualifications in financial accounting and be proficient in MS Office. This position offers flexibility, a competitive salary of up to R45,000, and remote working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote working opportunity

Team building activities

Access to training programs

Qualifications

• Completed commercial training with relevant qualifications in financial accounting or a degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Relevant professional experience in financial accounting or similar areas preferred.
• Good knowledge of accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Document and analyze financial data.
• Prepare and present relevant financial information.
• Independently post all business transactions.
• Handle invoicing and sales tax returns.
• Prepare payment runs.
• Maintain master data and account records.
• Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements.
• Serve as a contact person for stakeholders.
• Support weekly cash flow updates.
• Participate in projects.

Skills

German language skills (written and spoken)

Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel)

Knowledge of HGB

Independent work ethic

Excellent organizational skills

Business fluent English

Education

Commercial training in financial accounting or degree in accounting/finance/business administration

Tools

Xero

Job description

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Financial Accountant fluent in German for a remote position in Cape Town. The role requires documenting and analyzing financial data, preparing financial information, and independently processing business transactions. Candidates should have relevant qualifications in financial accounting and be proficient in MS Office. This position offers flexibility, a competitive salary of up to R45,000, and remote working opportunities.