Overview
Financial Accountant Jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at Robert Walters
Title: Financial Accountant
Company: Robert Walters
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
A global alternative lending provider that focuses on trade finance solutions is looking for a driven and forward-thinking Financial Accountant to join their expanding international team in Johannesburg.
As a valued member within this dynamic and impactful business, your main responsibility in this role will be to manage financial records, ensure regulatory compliance and provide valuable insights into the financial operations of the business.
The Financial Accountant position calls for a confident and self-motivated individual who excels at working independently while also collaborating effectively with team members. In addition, strong technical abilities, analytical and strategic thinking, as well as exceptional problem-solving skills are essential for this role.
Key Qualifications And Experience Required For The Financial Accountant
Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject matter (i.e., finance, accounting, business-related)
Min. of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
Strong knowledge and experience working with finance, tax and cash management as well as compliance and trade finance
International experience / global exposure is highly preferred
Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills
Key Duties Of The Financial Accountant
Manage Debtor’s Reconciliation and Debtor’s Cycle including invoicing of clients and review of age analysis
Liaise with creditors/suppliers as required and carry out monthly creditors/suppliers’ reconciliation
Submit weekly cash flow report, which includes all bank balances and sales figures
Reconcile the VAT figures to the ledger account and income statements
Prepare standing journals every month i.e. interest on all loan accounts, depreciation, and revaluation journals
Prepare management accounts and manage all expenses and income accounts
Be involved in the creation of the annual budget, obtain information from management
Key Personal Skills
Demonstrates integrity and professionalism
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Thrives in high-pressure environments and meets tight deadlines
Possesses a results-driven mindset and showcases technical expertise
Excellent attention to detail
If you are a
dynamic Financial Accountant
with a
“go-getter” mindset
, eager to join a global business and make this role your own, we encourage you to get in touch for a discussion about this position.
