Senior Financial Accountant at NTT DATA

, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Accounting Operations, Data Analysis, Budget Preparation, Financial Controls, Analytical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Planning, Organizing, Problem Solving, Automation, Foreign Currency Transactions, Tax Legislative Requirements, Accounting Principles

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Continue to make an impact with a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. At NTT DATA, we are renowned for our technical excellence, leading innovations, and making a difference for our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can continue to grow, belong, and thrive. Your career here is about believing in yourself and seizing new opportunities and challenges. It’s about expanding your skills and expertise in your current role and preparing yourself for future advancements. That’s why we encourage you to take every opportunity to further your career within our great global team. Your day at NTT DATA The Senior Financial Accountant is a highly skilled expert in financial reporting and accounting operations. This role involves preparing complex financial statements, managing journal entries, executing month-end close activities, and performing detailed balance sheet reconciliations. The core objective is to analyze and report on costs, productivity, profit margins, while providing strategic financial recommendations. The role may also include budget preparation and management to support informed decision-making. Key responsibilities: Finance business partner to executive business area. Accountable for financial reporting of actuals and forecasting processes. Responsible for analyzing journals, producing data analysis and reports and assists with variance analysis. Responsible for the assembly of monthly management reports As a partner in the accounting process, recommends how to improve efficiency using automation. Analyzes past performance financial data and prepares budgets and forecasts for business unit management. Implements effective financial controls, including systems reconciliations and ensuring the integrity of reported figures. Plans month-end activities which includes the preparation and processing of month-end journal entries and executing a variety of actions in the accounting system. Performs any other relevant task as requested by management. To thrive in this role, you need to have: Excellent interpersonal skills with excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). Ability to self-manage and displays good planning and organizing abilities. Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and deadline driven. Ability to cope with stressful situations. Ability to deal with different individuals at all levels in the organization. Takes own initiative and have a solutions-orientated approach. Proactive and maintains a high standard of accuracy and quality. Strong analytical skills, and an ability to understand underlying business drivers and provide actionable insights. Sound and proven working knowledge of accounting practices and principles. Knowledge and prior exposure to international entities, foreign currency and inter-company transactions. Advanced knowledge tax legislative requirements locally, and in international jurisdictions. Academic qualifications and certifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance or related field. Required experience: Advanced experience gained in similar role preferably within a similar global organization. Advanced financial accounting experience. Advanced experience working on financial systems / software. Workplace type: Hybrid Working Equal Opportunity Employer NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Accelerate your career with us. Apply today

Responsibilities

The Senior Financial Accountant prepares complex financial statements, manages journal entries, and executes month-end close activities. The role involves analyzing costs, productivity, and profit margins while providing strategic financial recommendations.