Financial Accountant

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Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZAF
In-Office
Mid level
Fintech • Payments • Transportation • Financial Services
The Role
Manages general ledger accounts, financial statements, reconciliations, closing activities, budgets, forecasts, vendor invoices, treasury payments, and financial reporting. Ensures compliance with tax laws, accounting standards, and reporting requirements in India while analyzing financial data and providing insights to management. The role requires strong accounting knowledge, analytical ability, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
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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.

 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 4+ years of experience in accounting or finance
  • Knowledge of tax and accounting
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and procedures
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and 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
  • Experience in financial analysis and forecasting
  • Knowledge of accounting software
  • Knowledge of IFRS
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
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The Company
HQ: Mombasa
3,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Watu is a leading asset financier in emerging markets, providing financing for motorcycles, three-wheelers, and smartphones to empower entrepreneurs and enable them to achieve their goals.

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