Senior Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant (Outsourced)

Location: Remote, South Africa

Working Hours: Full-time, aligned to UK business hours

Reports to: Head of Finance

Business Operations: UK, US and UAE

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated, hands-on and commercially minded Financial Accountant with 3–4 years' relevant experience to join our growing international business.

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Finance, taking ownership of the day-to-day accounting, month-end close and financial reporting across our UK, US and UAE entities.

We are a young, dynamic and ambitious team that values collaboration, initiative and a positive working environment. We are looking for someone who not only has strong technical accounting skills but is also a great cultural fit: someone who is proactive, enthusiastic, enjoys working with people and wants to grow alongside the business.

As the business continues to expand, there will be opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and contribute to the development of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-End Close & Financial Accounting

• Manage monthly accounts payable and accounts receivable close processes.

• Prepare and post accruals and prepayments.

• Calculate and record work in progress (WIP) and accrued income.

• Complete bank reconciliations across all accounts.

• Ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting.

• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting schedules.

• Mu

• Maintain accounting records across the UK, US and UAE entities.

• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.

• Support entity-level financial reporting and year-end preparation.

• Ensure financial information is accurate, organised and reliable.

• Financial Reporting & Business Analysis

• Prepare financial reports covering revenue, margins and business performance.

• Conduct ad hoc financial and data analysis for the Head of Finance and leadership team.

• Identify trends, risks and opportunities within financial data.

• Provide meaningful financial insights to support commercial decision-making.

• Maintain accurate and organised finance data for reporting purposes.

• Systems & Process Improvement

• Use Xero as the core accounting system across all entities.

• Work with online banking platforms for payments and reconciliations.

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.

• Document and improve financial workflows.

• Utilise AI tools and technology where appropriate to improve productivity.

• Supporting the Head of Finance

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting and month-end responsibilities.

• Prepare accurate, review-ready financial reports.

• Assist with additional finance projects and business requirements.

• Support the continued growth and development of the finance function.

• What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely month-end close across all entities.

• Complete and accurate bank reconciliation, accruals, prepayments, WIP and accrued income.

• Reduced day-to-day accounting workload for the Head of Finance.

• Clear, accurate and insightful financial reporting.

• Well-maintained and reliable financial data within Xero.

• Improved financial processes and reporting efficiency.

• A positive contribution to the finance team's performance and culture.

• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing international business and become part of a young, dynamic and ambitious team.

• You will gain exposure to accounting across multiple international entities, work directly with an experienced Head of Finance and have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful responsibilities.

• We offer a collaborative and supportive working environment where ideas are welcomed, initiative is encouraged and professional growth is valued.

• If you are a motivated Financial Accountant looking for your next challenge and an opportunity to grow within an international business, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience

• 3–4 years' relevant accounting experience, ideally including hands-on financial accounting and month-end responsibilities.

• CA(SA) qualification preferred but not essential. Candidates with a relevant accounting or finance degree, equivalent professional qualification or strong practical accounting experience will also be considered.

• Previous audit-firm training or audit experience would be advantageous, particularly from a Big Four or top 10 audit firm.

• Strong experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments.

• Experience working across multiple entities would be highly advantageous.

• Exposure to international accounting, particularly the UK, US or UAE, would be beneficial but is not essential.

• Previous experience within recruitment, consultancy or professional services would be an advantage but is not required.

• Technical Skills

• Strong working knowledge of Xero is essential.

• Strong Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting.

• Experience with online banking platforms and reconciliations.

• Good understanding of accounting principles and month-end processes.

• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.

• Familiarity with AI tools such as Claude would be an advantage.

• Personal Attributes & Cultural Fit

• At Wave Group, we believe that finding the right person is about more than technical skills. We are looking for someone who will thrive in our young, energetic, collaborative and supportive team environment.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Driven & Ambitious: Motivated to succeed, develop professionally and grow with the business.

• Proactive & Accountable: Takes initiative, demonstrates ownership and delivers on commitments.

• A Team Player: Friendly, approachable and enjoys collaborating with colleagues.

• Adaptable & Flexible:Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and supporting the team during busy month-end periods.

• Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Naturally curious, organised and committed to accuracy.

• Positive & Enthusiastic: Brings a can-do attitude and contributes positively to team culture.

• Independent & Reliable: Comfortable working remotely, managing priorities and meeting deadlines.

• A Strong Communicator: Confident in written and spoken English, with the ability to explain financial information clearly.

• A strong cultural fit is particularly important. We want someone who enjoys being part of a team, brings positive energy to their work and is excited about contributing to a growing international business.

Benefits

• Salary:R35 000 - R50 000

• Remote working

• Great company incentives

• Fast growing globally