Johannesburg: Financial Accountant posted by WatersEdge Solutions

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a leading long-term insurance provider to recruit a Financial Accountant to support financial operations and reporting for a dynamic insurance organisation. If you’re passionate about accurate reporting, process integrity, and contributing to strategic financial healththis role is a great opportunity to grow within a collaborative, fast-paced team.

Role Overview

• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and auditing processes.
• Ensure accurate financial records and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain financial controls and support business decision-making through strategic financial insights.
• Collaborate with various teams to enhance financial efficiency and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements, VAT returns, and tax submissions.
• Assist with audit engagements and compliance reviews.
• Maintain accurate financial records using Sage Business Cloud Accounting.
• Perform daily transaction capturing and bank reconciliations.
• Process supplier invoices, creditor payments, and requisitions.
• Ensure timely VAT reconciliations and monthly financial reporting.

Payroll Administration

• Process monthly payroll using Payspace and manage related statutory submissions.
• Handle UIF, Workmans Compensation, and other labor-related compliance.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and staff benefits.
• Address payroll-related queries and complete ad-hoc payroll tasks as needed.

Audit & Compliance

• Facilitate internal and external audits, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met.
• Oversee tax compliance, including VAT, income tax, and other statutory obligations.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor cash flow and maintain optimal liquidity levels.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee payment processing.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• SAIPA or CA qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in financial management.
• Proficiency in Sage Business Cloud Accounting and Microsoft 365.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Subsidized Life & Disability Cover.
• Funeral Cover.

Company Culture

The client cultivates a mission-driven, member-centred culture rooted in empathy, reliability, and service excellence. Their teams operate with compassion at the core – ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and respected through every personal interaction. With a strong emphasis on operational integrity, efficiency, and clear communication, they aim to minimise friction during lifes most challenging moments. Internally, they uphold a culture of accountability, fairness, and trust, fostering a workplace where every team member is empowered to do meaningful work in service of others.

If you are not contacted within 10 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.