Group Reporting Accountant

Purpose of the Role:

• To prepare the consolidated monthly management accounts, interim and annual reports for the group and its subsidiary companies and share trust.
• To prepare the books for the dormant and semi-dormant entities within the group.
• Statutory reporting – SARS, COID and Stats SA (includes attending to queries raised).
• Assistance with company secretarial requirements.
• Review and reporting on general ledger accounts.
• SARS matters.
• B-BBEE.
• Board and Audit Committee Packs.
• Ad-hoc projects and assignments.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Finance and Planning (20%)
  • Developed and Managed Budgets:
    • On-time submission of operational inputs into budget as per required format and guidelines.
    • Proper investigation and acceptable explanation of budget variances on a monthly basis.
  • Co-ordinated and Managed Division Operational, Cashflow and Capex Budgets.
    • Annual compilation of budget framework for divisions in accordance with group finance guidelines and on time distribution to divisions and branches.
    • Set guidelines on optimal fund distribution / allocation in accordance with group budget constraints and strategic / operational requirements.
• Financial Management (45%)
  • Managed Financial Accounting:
    • On-time reporting.
    • No material audit adjustments.
    • Accurate analysis of income and expenditure and reporting on variances.
    • Year-end and interim report process completed on time and as per group policy and procedures.
  • Managed Financial Performance:
    • Proficient advice to the Management Team on financial matters.
    • Appropriate financial processes in place to support operational requirements.
    • Monthly review of income and expenditure forecasts.
• Corporate Risk Management (25%):
  • Managed Risk:
    • Complete and on-time audits (internal and external).
    • Annual revision of internal control measures to ensure good governance in compliance with Financial Policy and Delegation of Authority Framework (DAF).
  • Managed Short Term and Credit Insurance:
    • Ensure that all assets are properly insured in line with group policy.
    • Ensure that all trade debts are properly insured in line with group policy.
• Manage Assets (5%):
  • Compliance with group asset management processes.
  • Monitor updated asset register to be maintained for branches as per group Asset Management policy.
• Team Contribution (Pledge) (5%):
  • Demonstrate integrity in everything they do.
  • Work together to achieve common goals.
  • Celebrate innovation and cherish performance.
  • Perform with professionalism, skill and care.
  • Exceed customers’ expectations every day.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Finance / Accounting
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant financial reporting experience
• A minimum of 3 years’ articles experience at an audit firm.
• 4 years’ relevant accounting experience preparing consolidated management accounts, interim and annual reports in terms of IFRS for a listed group.
• Previous management / supervisory experience in a similar role
• Computer proficiency – MS Excel (non-negotiable)
• Sage 300 / Accpac working experience
• Ability to work after hours when required in order to meet reporting deadlines
• Own vehicle

Competencies:

• Generic Management – planning, organising and controlling (scheduling) work with problem-solving skills
• Business Communication & Administration – business correspondence, meetings, administration, policies and procedures
• Technical Specific Competencies:
  • Understanding and knowledge of Statutory Requirements.
  • Understanding and knowledge of accounting especially IFRS.
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of client contracts.
  • Preparing and reviewing reconciliations.
  • Understanding and application of Company Financial Policy.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Group Internal Control.
  • Performing Financial Administration.
• Behaviour Competencies – analytical, structured, systems, creative and adaptability thinking
• Decision making / problem solving Competencies – judgement and decisiveness
• Action Orientated (result) Competencies – initiative, persistence, innovation, achievement and service orientated
• Interpersonal Competencies – relations, communication, assertiveness, empathy, persuasion and organisational awareness
• Intrapersonal Competencies – stress and self-mastery

Desired Traits and Attributes:

• Conscientiousness
• Orderly
• Creative
• Resilience
• Drive
• Responsibility
• Emotional Maturity
• Self Confidence
• Flexibility
• Self-control/Discipline
• Independence
• Self-awareness
• Integrity
• Stress Tolerance
• Numerical Reasoning
• Trust

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