Remote Group Financial Accountant

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement fund

Generous leave allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a fully remote Group Financial Accountant to consolidate IFRS financial statements across group entities and manage intercompany reconciliations. The role requires a strong technical accounting background, keen analytical skills, and experience handling complex financial data from multiple subsidiaries.

You will work autonomously, coordinate with teams across time zones, and contribute to group reporting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related discipline.
• A recognised professional accounting qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in group accounting or financial consolidation.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS.
• Proficiency with consolidation software and advanced MS Excel.
• Experience managing remote teams or working in a remote environment.
• Strong internal controls and risk management understanding.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities remotely.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate group IFRS financial statements.
• Prepare and analyse intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Develop and maintain the group chart of accounts and accounting policies.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and group regulations.
• Assist in annual financial reports, statutory filings and investor materials.
• Oversee internal control environment for group reporting processes.
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with auditors during year-end audits.
• Support ad-hoc reporting and projects.
• Implement and enhance group accounting systems and procedures.

Skills

IFRS expertise

Financial consolidation

Remote team management

Advanced MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CA(SA)/CIMA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Consolidation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a multinational corporation with a significant presence across Africa, is looking for a highly competent Remote Group Financial Accountant to join their expanding finance department. This role is critical for consolidating financial information from various subsidiaries and ensuring compliance with group reporting standards. As a fully remote position, you will be expected to work autonomously, manage your time effectively, and maintain strong communication links with teams across different time zones. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and a proven ability to handle complex financial data. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a globally recognised brand, contributing directly to its financial strategy and reporting accuracy, all from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial statements for the group entities in accordance with IFRS.
• Prepare and analyse intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Develop and maintain the group chart of accounts and accounting policies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations at the group level.
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial reports, statutory filings, and investor relations materials.
• Manage and oversee the internal control environment for group reporting processes.
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during the year-end audit process.
• Support the finance team with ad‑hoc reporting and projects as required.
• Implement and enhance group accounting systems and procedures for greater efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related discipline.
• A recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA) is mandatory.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in group accounting or financial consolidation.
• Extensive knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Proficiency with financial consolidation software and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Demonstrated experience in managing remote teams or working effectively in a remote environment.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and risk management.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities for effective cross‑functional collaboration.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a competitive salary and bonus structure designed to attract top talent. Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package. Our client is committed to employee growth, providing access to advanced training programmes and opportunities for career advancement within the global organisation. Enjoy the ultimate flexibility of working from home, saving on commute time and costs, and creating a truly personalised work‑life balance. Be part of an innovative and forward‑thinking finance department that embraces remote work as a key strategic advantage.

• private medical insurance
• a substantial retirement fund
• generous leave allowances