5 Accounting Analyst jobs in South Africa

As a Accounting Analyst Sr, you will be pivotal in preparing and reconciling financial accounts, ensuring accurate journal entries and month-end closing activities in line with corporate deadlines. You will support internal and external audits, contribute to special projects, and assist various departments by providing timely financial information. Additionally, you will drive innovation by identifying process improvements and leveraging emerging technologies and partnerships.

What You'll Do

• Prepare reconciliation accounts, analyze discrepancies, and compile supporting documentation.
• Record journal entries throughout the month and during the month-end close.
• Execute month-end closing activities to ensure accurate financial reporting aligned with regional and corporate deadlines.
• Research and reconcile general ledger accounts in compliance with company policies.
• Prepare final cost determinations and support IBS-related activities.
• Provide timely financial information and support to various departments across the company.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing required data and analysis.
• Contribute to special projects by preparing financial information and analysis (e.g., Foxtrot).
• Promote innovation through training and capability-building initiatives.
• Identify solutions to business challenges using open innovation, emerging technologies, and strategic partnerships.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, systems, and business models to support sustainable growth.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in a business related field (i.e. Accounting, Finance, Economics, etc.).
• 5+ years experience in Finance / Accounting (Corporate or Banking, multi-national corporations desired).

What Will Set You Apart

• Strong knowledge of local GAAP, IFRS, and U.S. GAAP, including accounting for complex transactions and SOX compliance.
• Proven analytical and consulting skills with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable solutions.
• Fluent in English and either Spanish or Portuguese, with a track record of achieving measurable business results.
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP preferred), MS Office, and consolidation processes; understanding of supply chain and logistics.
• Demonstrated leadership in building finance teams, coaching talent, and fostering innovation and collaboration.

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 51 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to

Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Provide support for general accounting tasks & Accounts Payable in accordance with Argentine accounting standards, US GAAP, and Goodyear's internal policies. This position provides clear, accurate information for managing and accounting for a segment of the business in accordance with accounting principles, government regulation and company practice and policy.

What You'll Do

• Provide operational support to the Accounts Payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing to our customers.
• Reconciliation of accounting accounts, analysis of differences, and supporting documentation.
• Recording of journal entries.
• Perform month-end closing activities in accordance with deadlines and required information quality.
• Support other areas of the company by providing requested information on time.
• Prepare the information required by internal and external auditors.
• Participate in development opportunities projects.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or currently pursuing an advanced stage of the degree.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience in accounting, finance, or business.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Solid understanding of local accounting standards and intermediate English proficiency (spoken and written).

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 71,000 people and manufactures its products in 55 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to

Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Accounting Data Analyst

Location: Remote from South Africa | Collaborating with a UK-based team

Company: Global sustainability-focused organisation

We are partnering with a leading organisation that delivers global carbon accounting and emissions reporting solutions. This role offers the chance to work on international projects, validating and analysing data that drives real impact in the sustainability and ESG space.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Data Analyst to join the team. This is an entry-level opportunity, ideal for graduates in finance or data who are eager to combine accounting skills with data analytics and sustainability.

You will work closely with a London-based team to review and validate financial and operational data, support emissions reporting programmes, and ensure accuracy in client deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate large datasets for completeness, accuracy, and consistency
• Identify errors, gaps, and unit inconsistencies in accounting and carbon-related data
• Support emissions reporting programmes, ensuring client-ready outputs
• Collaborate with the UK team to manage task flow and deadlines
• Validate AI-processed outputs, flagging discrepancies
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance data quality and reporting efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science, or related field
• 0–3 years' experience in accounting, auditing, or data analysis (graduates encouraged to apply)
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with large datasets
• Proficiency in Excel (SQL, Power BI, or similar tools an advantage)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across international teams
• Interest in sustainability, ESG, and carbon reporting

What's on Offer

• Exposure to global ESG reporting standards and practices
• Hybrid-first working model (based in South Africa, collaborating with UK team)
• Training and mentorship from experienced international professionals
• Opportunity to build a career at the intersection of accounting, data, and sustainability

Industry

• Accounting / Environmental Services

Employment Type

• Full-time

If you're detail-driven, analytical, and passionate about building a career in sustainability, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of shaping a more sustainable future.

Role: Senior Financial Analyst
Type: Full-time, Independent Contractor

Location: Remote

Work hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (US Pacific time - must have overlapping hours; flexible for some non-client-facing work).

Position Overview
We are seeking a
mid-to-senior level finance professional
who can balance hands-on bookkeeping with higher-level financial strategy. This hybrid role requires someone comfortable managing day-to-day accounting tasks while also providing financial insights, profitability analysis, and strategic guidance.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, experience with vendor management and operational budgeting, and the ability to implement improvements that drive business growth. This role is best suited for someone who can "get their hands dirty" in the details while advising leadership on financial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping & Systems Management

• Manage bookkeeping in QuickBooks.

• Integrate financial data with patient metrics to inform decision-making.

• Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Conduct financial analysis on patient volumes, cancellations, and revenue trends.

• Prepare weekly and monthly financial health reports for leadership.

• Provide strategic advice on budgeting, cash flow, forecasting, and profitability improvements.

• Vendor & Operations Management

• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and handle ordering.

• Oversee expense management and monitor budget adherence.

• Possible light collections follow-up with vendors or partners.

• Process Improvements

• Identify and implement efficiencies in financial workflows.

• Ensure accurate, timely, and reliable reporting across systems.

Hard Skills

• Proven accounting and bookkeeping expertise (QuickBooks required).
• Strong experience in financial reporting and strategic analysis.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and expense management.
• Vendor management and procurement negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with U.S. financial and tax norms (independent contractor level).

Soft Skills

• Entrepreneurial mindset — able to balance strategic insight with hands-on execution.
• Strong communicator for internal collaboration and vendor discussions.
• High-level critical thinking, problem-solving, and proactivity.
• Deadline-driven, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
• Trustworthy and discreet, with strong confidentiality standards.

Experience

• 7-10 years of professional experience in accounting/finance.
• CPA qualification preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience in both bookkeeping and financial strategy roles.

Future potential to grow into CFO-level as the business scales.