Are you a qualified finance professional eager to join a dynamic and expanding company This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a strong foundation in a fast-paced high-growth environment within the Financial Services sector.
Our client a rapidly growing financial and technology company with operations across Southern and East Africa is seeking a
Financial Accountant to join their South African team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information supporting audits and maintaining compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
Key Responsibilities:- Process accounting transactions and manage month-end close-offs.
- Maintain trial balances in line with IFRS and group accounting policies.
- Assist with internal and external audits including VAT income tax and provisional tax submissions.
- Accurately classify VAT transactions and maintain tax computations.
- Oversee supplier invoices payments reconciliations and inter-company accounts.
- Prepare monthly management accounts balance sheet reconciliations and petty cash reports.
- Manage the fixed asset register and related depreciation schedules.
- Perform bank reconciliations and file VAT201 returns.
- Oversee salary journals and reconcile salary control accounts (EMP201).
- Ensure financial data alignment between the accounting and loan management systems.
- Support Group Accountants and Financial Managers with ad hoc requests.
- Prepare statutory submissions for the NCR and other regulatory bodies.
Job Experience and Skills Required:- BCom or Honours Degree in Accounting or Financial Accounting.
- Completed SAIPA or SAICA training contract with registration as a SAIPA/AGA(SA)/CIMA/CA(SA).
- 46 years of post-articles experience.
- Solid knowledge of IFRS and tax principles.
- Proficiency in MS Excel or Google Sheets; experience with Xero is advantageous.
- Ability to work under pressure manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail problem-solving and communication skills.
Why Apply:This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing Financial Services company that combines technology and finance to make a meaningful impact across Africa. Youll work closely with experienced professionals gain exposure to multiple jurisdictions and develop your career in a supportive high-performance environment.
For more exciting Finance vacancies please visit:
If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move in finance!
For more information contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
Are you a qualified finance professional eager to join a dynamic and expanding company This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a strong foundation in a fast-paced high-growth environment within the Financial Services sector.Our client a rapidly growing financial and technology company...
Are you a qualified finance professional eager to join a dynamic and expanding company This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a strong foundation in a fast-paced high-growth environment within the Financial Services sector.
Our client a rapidly growing financial and technology company with operations across Southern and East Africa is seeking a
Financial Accountant to join their South African team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information supporting audits and maintaining compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
Key Responsibilities:- Process accounting transactions and manage month-end close-offs.
- Maintain trial balances in line with IFRS and group accounting policies.
- Assist with internal and external audits including VAT income tax and provisional tax submissions.
- Accurately classify VAT transactions and maintain tax computations.
- Oversee supplier invoices payments reconciliations and inter-company accounts.
- Prepare monthly management accounts balance sheet reconciliations and petty cash reports.
- Manage the fixed asset register and related depreciation schedules.
- Perform bank reconciliations and file VAT201 returns.
- Oversee salary journals and reconcile salary control accounts (EMP201).
- Ensure financial data alignment between the accounting and loan management systems.
- Support Group Accountants and Financial Managers with ad hoc requests.
- Prepare statutory submissions for the NCR and other regulatory bodies.
Job Experience and Skills Required:- BCom or Honours Degree in Accounting or Financial Accounting.
- Completed SAIPA or SAICA training contract with registration as a SAIPA/AGA(SA)/CIMA/CA(SA).
- 46 years of post-articles experience.
- Solid knowledge of IFRS and tax principles.
- Proficiency in MS Excel or Google Sheets; experience with Xero is advantageous.
- Ability to work under pressure manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail problem-solving and communication skills.
Why Apply:This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing Financial Services company that combines technology and finance to make a meaningful impact across Africa. Youll work closely with experienced professionals gain exposure to multiple jurisdictions and develop your career in a supportive high-performance environment.
For more exciting Finance vacancies please visit:
If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move in finance!
For more information contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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