Financial Accountant

Company and Job Description Our client is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented and proactive Financial Accountant to take ownership of a broad range of accounting, reporting and supervisory responsibilities. The successful candidate will be a confident self-starter who can work independently, identify priorities, resolve issues and deliver accurate work with minimal supervision. The role offers exposure to senior-level finance responsibilities, including financial reporting, cash management, audit preparation and oversight of bookkeepers. Experience within the Oil & Gas industry will be advantageous, while exposure to ERP implementations, rollouts and integrations will be highly beneficial. Key Responsibilities - Oversee and support the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, expense claims and purchase orders. - Support month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of subsidiary and group annual financial statements, audit schedules and supporting documentation. - Review bank and credit card reconciliations, ensuring reconciling items are investigated and resolved promptly. - Manage day-to-day cash management activities, including monitoring cash balances, preparing short-term cash flow forecasts and coordinating funding requirements. - Prepare cash calls and drawdown notices, including supporting calculations, schedules and reconciliations. - Prepare accurate and timely management and regulatory reporting, supporting schedules and draft reports. - Assist with the preparation of presentations, reports and other finance-related documentation. - Proactively identify reporting requirements, resolve issues and drive reporting processes through to completion. - Lead and supervise bookkeepers, setting priorities, reviewing the quality and completeness of work, providing guidance and ensuring deadlines are met. - Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders and team members to coordinate deliverables and resolve issues. - Assist with year-end procedures, subsidiary and group AFS preparation and audit processes. - Undertake additional finance, reporting and administrative responsibilities as required. - Handle sensitive financial information with the highest level of discretion and confidentiality. Job Experience and Skills Required Education: - Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field. - Completed SAIPA or SAICA articles. - Registration with a relevant professional accounting body will be advantageous. Experience: - Proven experience in a Financial Accountant or similar accounting role. - Solid experience in financial accounting, reporting and month-end/year-end processes. - Previous management or supervisory experience, with the ability to lead and oversee finance staff. - Experience with cash management, cash flow forecasting and reconciliations. - Experience preparing annual financial statements and audit supporting documentation. - Exposure to ERP implementations, rollouts and system integrations. - Oil & Gas industry experience will be preferred. Skills: - Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office. - Strong knowledge of accounting systems and ERP environments. - Excellent financial reporting and analytical capabilities. - Strong attention to detail and accuracy. - Excellent organisational and time-management skills. - Ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work effectively under pressure. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. - Sound judgement, problem-solving ability and a proactive approach. - High level of confidentiality and discretion. Additional Requirements: - Must be based in or around Cape Town, with convenient access to the city and surrounding areas. - Able to maintain regular communication and accessibility during working hours. - Available for a 6-month contract. Apply now!