Accountant

IQ-EQ; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investor services group in South Africa is looking for an Accounting professional to manage the accounting process for a portfolio of re/insurance structures. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should hold an accounting degree and have 1-3 years of relevant experience. This role emphasizes accuracy and adherence to quality standards within a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working approach

Learning and development programs

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 to 3 years' experience in a similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and relevant GAAPs) would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.
• Prepare unaudited financial statements for re/insurance clients.
• Assist with regulatory filings and compliance.

Skills

Basic accounting

Fluent in English

MS Office suite

Education

University Accounting Degree or partly qualified CA (SA) / SAIPA

Job description

Company Description

We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide. We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms.

Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts.

Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding.

We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities.

Job Description

Working closely with the Principal, the role holder will be responsible for the Accounting process and all related activities for a portfolio of re/insurance structures.

They will communicate directly with the Principal and/or Manager on routine operational matters ensuring close collaboration in delivering quality service to the end clients.

All work delivered will be accurate, well-presented and meet quality standards.

Tasks

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for a portfolio of re/insurance clients in accordance with established standards and best practices, including preparation of unaudited financial statements.
• Support coordinate and preparation of meeting material for shareholders/board meetings and client committees.
• Payment process assistance including preparation of requisition and setting up online payments.
• Regulatory filing assistance (preparation and filing of Annual Reports with various domiciles, preparation and filing of business plan changes with various regulators, compiling documents during regulatory examinations).
• Client on-boarding support including review of Customer Due Diligence documents as per approved checklists, report discrepancies and conduct periodic KYC assessments.
• Managing workflow and data processing across multiple types of captive/(re)insurance companies.
• Support day-to-day Principal operations, including communication and coordination with external consultants and service providers.
• Comply with Principal’s policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal risk control frameworks.
• Support the achievement of strategic priorities and contribute to the growth and development of the Principal’s business.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory and operational risk management protocols.
• Contribute towards promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure all work prepared for clients is accurate and error free and always meets quality standards, these will ultimately be reviewed by senior team members and feedback would be provided.
• Use their knowledge and experience to decide when to elevate an issue, using every situation as an opportunity to learn and continue to grow within the team.
• Liaise with Principal on a day to day basis for all on going accounting tasks allocated to respective portfolios.

Qualifications

Education / professional qualifications

• University Accounting Degree holder or partly qualified CA (SA) / SAIPA

Background experience

• Minimum - 1 to 3 years' experience
• Experience in a similar role would be an advantage

Technical

• Experienced in basic accounting
• Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and relevant GAAPs) would be preferred

Computer / program knowledge

• Advanced level of capability of the MS Office suite, Word & Excel

Languages

• Fluent in English

Additional Information

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders - including our employees, clients, and local communities - while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.

There is always more we can, and should do, to improve - whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee.

Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.

We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.