Overview
Financial Accountant (Remote-Based) Jobs in South Africa at Key Recruitment Group
Title: Financial Accountant (Remote-Based)
Company: Key Recruitment Group
Location: South Africa
Financial Accountant (Remote-Based)
CTC: R30,000 – R40,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Fully Remote – Candidates must reside in South Africa and have legal authorisation to work.
 Experience: Minimum 10 years in a similar roles
We have a UK client that is looking for an experienced and meticulous Bookkeeper / Financial Accountant to join their finance team in a fully remote-based capacity. This role is ideal for a finance professional with deep-rooted bookkeeping experience, a passion for financial accuracy, and the ability to interpret and analyse data effectively. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a structured, detail-oriented environment, this opportunity offers both flexibility and long-term career growth.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
Prepare accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations.
Process manual journal entries, including reclassifications to Capex.
Compile cost accrual and deferral (prepayment) journals based on POs, invoices, and input from business managers.
Produce actual vs. budget reports with clear variance analysis and commentary (focus on staff cost volume/value variances).
Review Assets Under Construction and perform related journal entries.
Manage fixed asset journals and ensure accuracy in asset-related accounts.
Conduct in-depth trial balance reviews.
Review and provide input on bank account reconciliations.
Maintain and update IFRS accounting schedules, including:
IFRS 15 – Revenue Recognition
IFRS 16 – Leases
IFRS 9 – Financial Instruments
IAS 16 – Fixed Assets
Lead and facilitate monthly departmental spend vs. budget review meetings.
Qualifications & Experience
Qualified or part-qualified accountant (SAIPA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) with strong bookkeeping capabilities.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in a financial accounting or bookkeeping role.
Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, lookups, formulas); An assessment will be part of the interview process.
Experience in financial control environments, including P2P processes.
Working knowledge of ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach to tasks.
Background in telecommunications, manufacturing, or retail preferred; other detail-intensive industries will also be considered.
If you are ready to bring your accounting expertise to a collaborative, remote-first team and play a critical role in financial operations, we invite you to apply.
