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Our client, a leading Chemical Manufacturing company based in Durban, is looking to fill the position of Reporting Assistant (Finance). Purpose of the Role: The Reporting Assistant will provide administrative and financial reporting support to the Reporting Accountant and Finance Department. The successful incumbent will assist with monthly reporting, account reconciliations, statutory reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring the integrity, accuracy and confidentiality of financial information. Key Responsibilities: Assist with monthly financial reporting and reconciliations. Support month-end and year-end reporting processes. Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation. Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Maintain accurate financial records and reporting schedules. Support statutory reporting and tax administration. Participate in finance projects and ERP system improvements. Qualifications / Experience / Competencies: Matric / Grade 12 Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or a related field Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a finance or accounting environment Experience working on an ERP system (Finnivo preferred) Key Competencies: Strong analytical and numerical skills. Excellent attention to detail. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Good communication and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong problem-solving ability. High level of integrity and confidentiality. Team player with a proactive attitude. Finnivo experience Sage X3 If you are interested in applying for this role, please send a detailed copy of your CV to [Email Address Removed] If you have not been contacted within two (2) weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Desired Skills: Reporting Reconciliations Audit Financial Records Financial Reporting
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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