Financial Accountant
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Job Description
Who are we
Roam Africa is the central team of multiple online marketplace businesses in Africa. We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of delivering accurate timely and insightful financial reporting.
As a Financial Accountant you will be responsible for managing general accounting functions preparing financial reports and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in corporate and statutory reporting providing technical expertise in IFRS and GAAP and working collaboratively across teams to drive financial excellence.
Some of what will you do
Review processing of all bank accounts and credit cards
Postmonthend journal entries and ensure financial records are accurate and complete.
Review journal entries posted by junior accountants as a firstlevel check.
Prepare monthly quarterly and annual balance sheet reconciliations.
Review reconciliations submitted.
Update and maintain monthly management reports providing variance analysis.
Compare budget vs actual costs investigating and explaining discrepancies.
Prepare and upload financial files
Assist in budgeting and forecasting.
Post payroll journal entries and intercompany recharges into Xero.
Monitor cash balances and ensure liquidity.
Supervise bank statement uploads and perform the first release on payments below $2.5k.
Manage supplier settlements debit orders and credit card controls.
Ensure incoming accounts mailbox requests are actioned.
Track and renew annual and monthly SARB applications as required.
Ensure timely invoice processing payments and receipts.
Manage debtors statements and follow up on outstanding collections.
Review intercompany recharges and oversee financial transactions across subsidiaries.
Prepare EMP501 schedules and VAT reconciliations for FM review.
Load EMP201 reports in SARS efiling and process tax payments.
Prepare provisional tax calculations for FM review and ensure regulatory compliance.
Support internal and external audits providing necessary documentation.
Manage invoice approvals before processing payments.
Conduct bank reconciliation reviews and assist in developing financial reports and models.
Requirements
What will you bring
BCom in Accounting Finance or related field.
SAICA / SAIPA articles are required.
5 years of accounting experience in a similar role.
Experience with accounting software (e.g. Xero).
Solid understanding of GAAP/IFRS principles.
Experience with taxation and Efiling.
Ability to interpret financial data identify trends and provide insights.
Experience in financial modelling and data analysis (advantageous).
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Meticulous attention to detail and ability to operate in a changing environment.
Ability to work in a lean team and go beyond the call of duty when needed.
Strong interpersonal skills and a teamplayer mindset.
Benefits
Why work for us
Remote work with requirements to go into the office from time to time
Backing of the international media powerhouse Ringier AG which allows us to access worldclass development resources shared knowledge and a wealth of international business insights.
Collaborative & inclusive culture that values teamwork.
Exposure to highimpact financial projects across multiple regions.
Employment Type
Full-Time
