Remote Senior Financial Accountant — IFRS, Close & Analysis

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous annual leave and holidays

Home office setup allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join its fully remote finance team. You will manage month-end close, prepare financial statements, ensure IFRS compliance, and oversee AP/AR while providing analysis to support decision making.

This role emphasizes process improvement, internal controls, and collaboration with external auditors, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive remote salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or e-commerce environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and South African accounting regulations.
• Proficiency in Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite and advanced Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for a remote setting.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Must have reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office space.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing process.
• Prepare and review financial statements, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant accounting standards.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Assist in the preparation of tax returns and statutory filings.
• Conduct financial analysis, variance reporting, and provide insights to management.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting.
• Collaborate with external auditors during financial statement audits.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within accounting functions.
• Mentor and support junior members of the accounting team.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Excel advanced

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA preferred

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join its fully remote finance team. You will manage month-end close, prepare financial statements, ensure IFRS compliance, and oversee AP/AR while providing analysis to support decision making.

This role emphasizes process improvement, internal controls, and collaboration with external auditors, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive remote salary.