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Financial Accountant

CompanyWatu
LocationJohannesburg, South Africa | Gauteng, South Africa
TypeOnsite

Objectives of this role


  • Managing and maintaining financial records, including general ledger accounts and financial statements.
  • Reviewing financial documents and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Performing financial analysis and reporting to support business decisions.
  • Preparing and reviewing annual/quarterly budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
  • Developing and implementing economic policies and procedures in the company.
  • Reviewing and processing vendor invoices with accuracy in ERP system.
  • Providing timely financial information to support decision-making processes.
  • Contributing to the overall financial health and stability of the organisation.  

Your tasks


  • Prepare and present statements, such as balance sheets, income and cash flow.
  • Perform monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing activities.
  • Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and studying account information.
  • Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement and provide insights to management for decision-making.
  • Manage treasury payment issues where applicable, including domestic and foreign payments.
  • Ensure that the organisation complies with all financial regulations, including tax laws, accounting standards and reporting requirements in India.

Required skills and qualifications


  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
  • Good  knowledge in tax and accounting.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices and procedures.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data analysis and reporting.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred skills and qualifications


  • Experience in financial analysis and forecasting.
  • Knowledge of accounting software.
  • Knowledge of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).
  • Great organisational and time management skills.


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