Senior Financial Accountant (Remote)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Fully remote position

Comprehensive medical benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant for a fully remote role. You will oversee month-end close, prepare IFRS-compliant financial statements, and support strategic financial initiatives across teams.

The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) or equivalent, with 5+ years of financial accounting experience, strong IFRS knowledge, ERP/Excel proficiency, and excellent communication, able to work independently in a remote setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CA(SA) or equivalent designation required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in financial accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare IFRS-compliant financial statements.
• Manage general ledger, reconciliations and journal entries.
• Support implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and controls.
• Conduct financial analysis to inform management decisions.
• Liaise with external auditors during audits.
• Mentor junior accounting staff where applicable.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

ERP systems

Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA) designation

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join their finance department on a fully remote basis. This role is vital for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, managing complex accounting operations, and supporting strategic financial initiatives. You will work independently and collaboratively with teams across different locations, contributing your expertise to robust financial reporting and analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional seeking a challenging and flexible remote role.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare complex financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS.
• Manage general ledger functions, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems and controls.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support management decision-making.
• Liaise with external auditors during financial audits.
• Mentor junior accounting staff where applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CA(SA) or equivalent designation is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, accounting standards, and tax legislation.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Excel; experience with ERP systems is essential.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering significant work-life balance and flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.