Accountant

Netcare Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking a Financial Manager to oversee financial statements and ensure compliance with IFRS. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of financial experience, including supervisory roles. Responsibilities include preparing budgets, managing accounts, and conducting thorough financial analysis. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and SAP are essential. This role offers growth opportunities within an organization dedicated to providing safe and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a financial department.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS 16 Leases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Produce financial and management analysis and reporting.
• Compile and submit departmental cost reports.

Skills

Strong financial accounting knowledge

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency

Experience in training colleagues

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BCom degree or Advanced Diploma in Financial Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Infor BI

Job description

KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose.

We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity.

Netcare invites you to be part of our journey.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Financial Management

• Prepare Netcare 911 financial and management statements in line with IFRS and group accounting standards.
• Produce accurate and timely financial and management analysis and reporting.
• Analyze and report on balance sheet reconciliations, costs, and benchmarking results.
• Assist in preparing management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Analyze and report on monthly budget variances.
• Compile and submit departmental Cost Centre reports and liaise with line managers on budget and expenditure monitoring.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare accurate balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure integrity, accuracy, and completeness of accounting records and information systems.
• Perform analytical reviews of costs and expenditure to support EXCO and line management decision-making.
• Display functional knowledge and understanding to support with the submission of statutory submissions such as VAT201 and IT14SD
• Managing of risk and reviewing of internal controls as well as compilation of risk reviews
• Ensure complete familiarization of Netcare's financial policies, as revised from time to time.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS 16 Leases
• Maintain and update the asset register with acquisitions, disposals and transfers.
• Oversee periodic counts and reconciliations of uniforms, stationery, and other consumable inventories.
• Supervise the Accounts Payable (AP) function and staff to ensure efficient processing and compliance.
• Assist with audit queries and provide necessary documentation and explanations.

SKILLS PROFILE

EDUCATION

Essential

• BCom degree or Advanced Diploma in Financial Accounting (NQF Level 7).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a financial department, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced level)
• Highly proficient in SAP and SAP RE
• Experience in training colleagues on new processes or systems
• Budget preparation
• Experience in Infor BI

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Strong financial accounting knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation)
• Strong analytical, organizing, planning and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Show initiative while remaining adaptable and flexible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee's ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation.

VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

Netcare Values

At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are compassionate about quality care and professional excellence.

• Care - The basis of our business. The professional, ethical patient care and services we offer at every level of the organization.
• Truth - The crucial element in building relationships that work. Open communication with honesty and integrity is essential.
• Dignity - An acknowledgement of the uniqueness of individuals. A commitment to care with the qualities of respect and understanding.
• Compassion - The creative, compassionate, and innovative drive to do things better than before. To develop and implement successful healthcare solutions for all.
• Participation - The willingness and desire to work in productive and creative partnerships with others and the commitment to communicate.

The Netcare Way

Netcare is committed to providing quality care. Our basic service standard holds us accountable for the below seven behaviors which you will be accountable to uphold:

• I always greet everyone to show my respect.
• I always wear my name badge to show my identity.
• I am always well-groomed to show my dignity.
• I always practice proper hand hygiene to show my care.
• I always seek consent to show my compassion.
• I always say thank you to show my appreciation.
• I always embrace diversity to strengthen inclusivity and belonging.

SKILLS

Coaching Others

The capacity to recognize development areas in others and support them to facilitate personal development through coaching.

Leading and Managing Change

The capacity to implement and support change initiatives and to provide leadership in times of uncertainty.

Performance Development

The capacity to implement and support change initiatives and to provide leadership in times of uncertainty.

Taking Action

Capable of recognizing the need for action, considering possible risks and taking responsibility for results.

Decision Making

Capable of making decisions timeously and taking responsibility for the consequences.

Managing Self

Capacity to plan, organize and control own work environment by setting appropriate priorities and achieving set objectives within a given time frame.

Customer Focus and Service Delivery

The capacity to identify and respond to the needs of internal and external customers.

Adapting and Responding to Change

Capable of supporting and advocating change initiatives and managing own reaction to change.

Continuous Improvement

The capacity to improve systems and processes to facilitate continuous improvement.

Technical Knowledge

The capacity to perform a technical function to required standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting daily business operations.
• Will interact with internal and external customers through several different means.
• Travel to support the functions of the role may be required.

APPLICATION PROCESS

NETCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Company's approved Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to the Group's Employment Equity strategy. Netcare actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.

Join the team that providing the best and safest care.