Financial Accountant

SUMMARY:
Financial Accountant | Krugersdorp | Permanent

POSITION INFO:
Founded in 1987, this well-established group has grown organically into a world-class industrial services provider with a strong presence across all major African industrial hubs. The group partners with leading multinational EPCs and SMPP construction companies to successfully deliver projects in some of the most remote and challenging environments across the continent. With a comprehensive service offering that includes abrasive blasting, industrial coatings, corrosion protection, scaffolding, rope access, insulation and more, the business is known for its uncompromising commitment to safety and quality, supported by ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications. The organisation is recognised as a preferred industrial services partner to construction professionals and asset owners across Africa. The group is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join its dynamic finance team, with a dedicated focus on cross-border entities. This role is ideal for a candidate who has completed their SAICA articles and is looking to build a strong technical foundation while gaining exposure to complex, multi-entity and cross-border financial environments. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting the business with reliable financial information across multiple jurisdictions. Duties: Full responsibility for the Trial Balance to Financial Statements process across cross-border entities Preparation and processing of customer and supplier invoices Capturing and reconciling bank transactions and petty cash Preparing and processing payment batches in multiple currencies Maintaining and updating the fixed asset register Reconciling intercompany loan accounts and resolving variances Assisting with month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules Ensuring compliance with IFRS, accounting standards and internal controls Supporting external audits and providing information to auditors Working closely with senior finance team members to ensure accurate reporting and compliance across all entities Job Experience & Skills Required: Qualifications: Matric (Grade 12) BCom Accounting Experience: Completed SAICA articles (non-negotiable) Solid understanding of IFRS and accounting principles Proven experience in trial balance preparation and balance sheet reconciliations High attention to detail and ability to work independently and accurately Exposure to cross-border, multi-entity or group accounting will be highly advantageous Excellent communication, organisational and time-management skills Proficiency in accounting systems such as Sage, Pastel or similar ERP systems Skills & Competencies: Technically strong with a solid accounting foundation Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operationally complex environment Proactive, accountable, and eager to grow within a stable, established group Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Able to manage complexity across multiple entities and jurisdictions with confidence 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.