Senior Accountant (Contract)
| Location | Cape Town / Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Date Posted | August 15, 2022 |
| Category |
Accounting
|
| Job Type |
Contract
|
| Currency | ZAR |
Description
Our client in Financial Services industry is looking for a Senior Financial Accountant. Applicants who meet the required criteria and who are available immediately will have a distinct advantage.
Duties & Responsibilities
Main Purpose: Accountable for the financial accounting for a designated area of the business, including:
- Ensure that monthly financial reporting is accurate, delivered on time and in accordance with the company reporting requirements and IFRS.
- Ensure that financial accounting processes and controls are executed in accordance with the company policies, processes, financial governance principles and legislative accounting requirements.
- Lead and direct a team of professionals ensuring that the necessary support and guidance is provided.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial / Group Reporting
- Financial Control Environment, Policies & Processing
- Financial Expertise and Continues Improvement
- Stakeholder Management
- Staff and Talent Management
Desired Experience & Qualification
Minimum Qualification:
- CA (SA) or equivalent qualification
- 3 year university degree in Accounting or Financial Accounting
Experience Required:
- 4 years’ experience with Financial/Management accounting
- 2 to 5 years Management experience
- 2 to 5 years experience within a medium to large organisation within the Financial Services industry
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to understand and apply Financial Accounting principles and concepts including knowledge of IFRS
- Strong understanding of financial processes and systems (General Ledger, Sub-ledgers including Accounts Payable, Budgeting etc.)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Deadline driven in a team environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (including being able to run workgroups/meetings and minute-taking.)
Package & Remuneration
R 720 000 / anum