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About this Senior Financial Accountant role at Remote Recruitment

Remote Recruitment · Remote · South Africa

Remote Recruitment is hiring a Senior Financial Accountant to take ownership of financial reporting and controls for a UK-based business. Fully remote from South Africa, you'll produce accurate financial statements, lead audit preparation, and ensure robust financial governance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with UK GAAP or IFRS
  • Lead the year-end close and coordinate with external auditors
  • Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
  • Support the CFO with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting

What You'll Need

  • ACCA, CIMA, or CA(SA) qualification
  • 5+ years of financial accounting experience, ideally in a UK-facing role
  • Strong knowledge of UK GAAP or IFRS reporting standards
  • Advanced Excel and experience with accounting systems such as Xero, NetSuite, or Sage
  • Reliable fibre internet and a professional home workspace

What's on Offer

  • Salary: R33,000 per month
  • Full-time, permanent remote position
  • Working hours: 09:00–17:00 UK time (11:00–19:00 SAST)
  • Equipment provided | 20 days paid leave

Remote Recruitment welcomes all applicants. Apply today to take your accounting career to an international level.

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About Remote Recruitment

We connect top-tier South African talent with leading UK and European companies through remote work opportunities. As a specialist recruitment firm, we help businesses scale with skilled professionals while providing job seekers with life-changing career prospects.

Our expertise spans technology, finance, marketing, HR, and business support, ensuring the perfect match between talent and employer needs. We prioritise culture fit, career growth, and seamless remote hiring—empowering professionals to thrive in global roles.

Join us and take your career beyond borders!

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