Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented Financial Accountant with strong technical accounting skills looking for a challenging role in a fast-paced environment?
We are recruiting on behalf of a client for a Financial Accountant to manage accounting and financial reporting activities across multiple business divisions. This role demands accuracy, technical expertise, and strong communication to support key stakeholders and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Key duties:
1. Prepare and review trial balances, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reports for multiple divisions
2. Manage accounting for cash equivalents, lease accounting, inventory, and accruals
3. Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
4. Liaise with internal and external auditors, bankers, and business partners to maintain strong working relationships
5. Ensure compliance with SARB regulations, SOX controls, and internal audit requirements
6. Drive continuous improvement in financial systems and internal controls
Ideal candidate profile:
7. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Sciences (Honours) with 2–5 years’ relevant accounting experience
8. Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP technical accounting standards
9. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
10. Proficient in Microsoft Office and financial applications such as Oracle JDE, HFM, and FDM
11. Effective communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues
12. Deadline-driven, able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
13. Membership in a professional accounting body (SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, ACCA) preferred
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