Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU015381/Mel

Date posted:

Friday, January 16, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-driven Financial Manager looking to grow your career in a fast-paced, technology-driven FinTech environment? Join a well-established and innovative organization within the FinTech sector, where finance plays a critical role in scalability, governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a reputable FinTech company known for innovation, strong governance, and a collaborative culture. The business offers an environment where finance professionals are valued as strategic business partners, supporting sustainable growth, commercial performance, and regulatory compliance in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Responsibilities:

Prepare full annual financial statements (AFS)
Compile audit packs and liaise with external auditors
Report to external stakeholders, investors, and senior management
Oversee financial controls, reporting, and governance across digital platforms
Account for CAPEX, system development costs, and capitalized software assets
Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Handle VAT calculations, submissions, and reconciliations
Provide financial analysis to support product performance, scalability, and commercial decision-making
Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal control frameworks
Support continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and reporting

Skills:

Proficiency in ERP and financial systems used in technology-driven environments (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Sage, or similar)
Strong Excel and financial reporting skills
Solid knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and statutory compliance
Strong analytical ability with a commercial mindset
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, agile, and growth-focused environment.

Minimum Requirements:

BCom Accounting (essential)

Experience:

Minimum 3–5 years commercial experience (essential).
Experience within FinTech, technology, digital payments, SaaS, or financial services environments (advantageous).
Exposure to high-growth businesses, system implementations, and regulatory-driven environments (highly beneficial).

Apply now!

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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.

For more information, contact:
Melany Mackay
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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