Senior Financial Accountant

In brief

Overview This role is for a Senior Financial Accountant at Hello Group. The position involves managing and overseeing financial accounting processes and operations, with a focus on ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and contributing to strategic financial decision-making. The successful candidate will need strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, a good understanding of IT systems and process flows, and the ability to manage and mentor junior staff. What you will do * Oversee reconciliations with 3rd parties and resolving data issues * Cashflow management and planning * Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes and implement best practices * Support automation initiatives to improve efficiency in finance operations * Ensure maintenance of PowerBI dashboards * Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements * Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations, trends, and insights to management * Ensure accurate consolidation of group management accounts * Maintain the general ledger and oversee journal entries * Review balance sheet accounts, including intercompany accounts * Monitor and manage fixed assets, depreciation, and inventory accounting * Review and approve accounts payable and receivable processes * Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and corporate policies * Support internal and external audits, providing required documentation and explanations * Assist in preparing annual budgets * Monitor budget vs actual performance and provide management reports * Mentor and supervise junior accountants, ensuring high-quality work output * Provide training on accounting standards, processes, and systems Requirements (from the original advert) * Proven work experience as a Financial Accountant or similar role (3 years Financial accounting experience) * Completed 3 years articles (SAIPA or SAICA) * Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software * Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and risk management * Must be good in adapting to change and resilient * Solid knowledge of accounting regulations * Excellent math skills with an attention to detail * Time-management abilities * Qualification in Accounting, Finance or relevant field * Knowledge and exposure to Merchant Services, Banking and Inventory Management Who should apply The ideal candidate is someone who excels in managing and overseeing financial accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and supporting strategic financial decisions. They should possess strong technical accounting skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a good understanding of IT systems and process flows. Furthermore, the role suits an individual capable of managing and mentoring junior staff, demonstrating leadership and development capabilities. Deadline 2026/11/30 Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-financial-accountant-hello-group Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Power BI
• Microsoft Excel

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