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Financial Accountant SIML

Network Finance

Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 27 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 24 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Reference: NFR010574-EFC-1

Are you a technically strong Financial Accountant who enjoys solving complex accounting challenges influencing business decisions and driving continuous improvement This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in technology automation and process optimisation where your expertise will extend far beyond traditional financial reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities

An established organisation is looking for a Financial Accountant to join its high-performing finance team. This role is ideal for a technically astute finance professional who enjoys working in a commercially focused environment where financial reporting project finance governance and business partnering are equally important.

Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders youll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting supporting strategic projects strengthening financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes. The business is committed to continuous improvement and is investing significantly in automation and technology making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys driving efficiencies and embracing innovation.

If youre looking for a role where youll influence business decisions collaborate with senior stakeholders and contribute to meaningful organisational change this opportunity offers exactly that.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

Prepare monthly quarterly and annual financial reports
Produce management accounts and financial statements
Perform complex balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
Support month-end and year-end reporting processes
Apply IFRS standards and provide technical accounting guidance
Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial information

Budgeting Forecasting & Project Finance

Prepare and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts
Monitor project financial performance and analyse variances
Support project finance activities and financial modelling
Identify cost optimisation opportunities and improve financial performance
Deliver meaningful financial insights to support business decision-making

Governance Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Ensure compliance with statutory tax and regulatory requirements
Strengthen financial controls and governance frameworks
Support external and internal audit processes
Drive finance process improvements automation initiatives and reporting enhancements
Identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Qualifications:

BCom Honours (CTA)
Completed SAICA Articles
SAICA Registration essential
CA(SA) advantageous

Experience:

Minimum 4 years post-articles financial accounting experience
Minimum 2 years project finance experience
Hospitality Gaming or Entertainment industry exposure advantageous
Demonstrated experience in budgeting forecasting and financial reporting
Exposure to finance transformation automation or process improvement initiatives highly advantageous

Skills & Competencies:

Advanced Microsoft Excel
Cognos Reporting Tool experience
IFS ERP experience advantageous
Strong IFRS and technical accounting knowledge
Excellent budgeting forecasting and financial modelling skills
Strong understanding of governance internal controls and statutory compliance
Excellent analytical reconciliation and problem-solving abilities
Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills
Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in technology and automation
High levels of accountability professionalism and attention to detail

Whats in it for you

Work on strategic finance and project-based initiatives
Exposure to executive leadership and key business stakeholders
Opportunity to influence finance transformation and automation projects
Join an organisation investing in AI technology and process innovation
Collaborative high-performing finance team focused on continuous improvement
Opportunity to broaden your commercial and technical finance expertise while building a long-term career

Apply now!

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