Financial Accountant

Purpose of role:

• The Financial Accountant plays a vital role in supporting the Financial Manager and Head of Finance with monthly and annual financial reporting.
• The Financial Accountant is responsible for preparing accurate, timely and error-free accounts in collaboration with Financial Manager and in line with monthly deadlines.
• A key focus will be to identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce manual effort through automation.
• The role further involves adding value to front office teams, leadership, clients, and shareholders, upholding a high standard of excellence and service throughout.

Duties and responsibilities:
The Financial Accountant provides efficient and effective support to Prescient’s accounting operations and procurement functions. This role encompasses a wide range of financial responsibilities which may include but is not limited to:

• Monthly bank statement processing and reconciliations (including credit cards).
• Monthly client fee invoicing in terms of signed mandates and/or SLAs.
• Cash flow management and forecasting.
• Preparing monthly accounting journals and supporting schedules.
• Performing account reconciliations to ensure data integrity.
• Supporting procurement processes and banking operations in line with Group control frameworks.
• Managing debtors and creditors to uphold financial discipline.
• Monthly reconciliation and settlement of intercompany balances.
• Calculating monthly Capital Adequacy Requirements.
• Assisting with tax compliance and reporting.
• Assisting with regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Adhering to monthly, quarterly and annual Group and Company specific reporting requirements.
• Cooperate with any internal audit requests and implement suggested changes where applicable.
• Liaising with external auditors as required to ensure a smooth and effective annual audit process.
• Contributing as a valued member of the Prescient Finance team.
• Cross-training and knowledge sharing across the greater finance team.
• Building and maintaining a trusted partnerships with the operating entity’s broader teams.
• Driving continuous improvement in controls and processes to reduce risk, enhance efficiency, and identify opportunities.
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and reduce manual effort through automation.
• The role requires attention to detail, sound financial judgment, and a strong commitment to collaboration and operational excellence.

Required experience:

• CA (SA) with 3 years of articles experience, ideally including exposure to the financial services sector.
• Exposure to stock broking specifically is preferable.
• Strong Excel and SQL skills.

Required Qualifications:

• CA (SA).

Key competencies:

• Highly trustworthy and dependable, with a commitment to confidentiality and integrity.
• Demonstrates strong accountability, taking ownership of tasks and applying effective problem-solving skills.
• Communicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all outputs.
• Possesses a strong work ethic; self-motivated, proactive, and results driven.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships through excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Identifies opportunities to automate manual tasks and streamline workflows, leveraging technology to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments while maintaining composure and professionalism.
• Exceptionally well-organized, structured, and methodical in approach.
• Bring a positive, energetic outlook to work, fostering a productive and collaborative atmosphere.