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Job Title: Financial Accountant
Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
Contract Type: Initial Contract / Project-Based (12-Month contract able to be extended)
Industry: Banking & Financial Services
Salary: Market Related CTC
Are you a technically strong Accountant with a background in the banking or financial services sector?
We are seeking a Financial Accountant for a leading financial institution in Sandton. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of complex reporting structures, regulatory requirements, and data analytics. You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of the General Ledger and delivering accurate financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Management Reporting: Compile and submit monthly financial reports, providing detailed commentary on performance (Actual vs. Budget vs. Forecast).
Statutory & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure accurate submission of regulatory reports in line with group guidelines and resolve audit queries.
General Ledger Oversight: Maintain the GL structure, ensure correct classification, and perform complex balance sheet reconciliations.
Inter-company Transactions: Prepare and reconcile monthly inter-company recoveries.
Transformation Projects: Actively participate in finance transformation and systems enhancement projects.
Data Analytics: Track and analyze KPIs and metrics to provide business units with actionable financial data.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification: B.Com Accounting degree with completed articles; CA(SA) or CIMA is highly preferred.
Experience: 3–5 years’ post-article experience within Banking or Financial Services.
Technical Skills: * Sound knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory reporting.
Experience with data analytics and metric creation.
Proficiency in financial reporting systems (e.g., HFM, Essbase, or similar).
Competencies: Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to work within a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
How to Apply
Apply Today!
If you have the technical expertise to excel in a world-class financial environment:
Email: lidene.pienaar@hireresolve.us
Apply online: www.hireresolve.co.za
Reference: FinAccountant_Bank_2026
