Assistant Accountant

De Beers Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diamond company in Johannesburg is seeking an Assistant Accountant to support financial operations. This role entails preparing management accounts, supporting budgeting processes, and providing analytical support to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a BCom in Accounting and experience with financial reporting and budgeting. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values safety and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Finance experience to profit‑centre/accounting level.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Experience in analysing and reporting on financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and support profit centre reporting.
• Assist budget holders during the budget and forecasting cycles.
• Prepare monthly and ad‑hoc financial reports for management.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to meet deadlines

Problem-solving orientation

Education

BCom in Accounting (or equivalent)

Tools

SAP ERP system

Intermediate Excel

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Company Description

De Beers Group – The World’s Leading Diamond Company

We are the world’s leading diamond company – a unique, luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

As we embark on a journey to accelerate the transformation of our business into one that is better positioned to realise the opportunities ahead of us, we welcome and encourage diverse perspectives from those individuals who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

We’ll provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions and – working together – you’ll help us realise our own ambition to be the pioneer of a new diamond world.

Job Description

The Assistant Accountant supports the Finance function by delivering accurate financial information, assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring policy compliance, managing intra‑departmental charges, and providing analytical and administrative support to budget holders. The role contributes to the effective operation of the Finance team and supports the Senior Management Accountant and broader finance structures.

This role is positioned within a service‑oriented finance environment that supports a diverse range of business units and stakeholders.

Financial Administration & Controls

• Prepare monthly management accounts and support profit centre reporting.
• Review accounts and process journals required for cost reallocations and corrections.
• Manage accruals, including monthly, half-year, and year‑end requirements.
• Ensure employment costs and headcount data are accurately captured and aligned with policies.
• Maintain compliance with all finance and corporate policies (transfer pricing, approvals, accruals, etc.).
• Process all IDC transactions accurately in SAP.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support budget holders through the annual budget and forecasting cycles.
• Engage with and challenge budget owners to validate assumptions and cost requirements.
• Collate headcount and calculate employment cost.
• Consolidate and capture overhead allocations and intra‑departmental charges.
• Capture budget and forecast data in SAP.

Accounts Payable Support (as applicable)

• Assist with creation of purchase requisitions and orders.
• Support invoice processing, receipting, and resolving exceptions.
• Perform monthly reconciliation on the Anglo vendor account and follow up on reconciling items.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly and ad‑hoc financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Perform variance analysis, highlight risks or opportunities, and engage stakeholders on corrective actions.

Stakeholder Support & Training

• Provide ongoing finance support to non‑finance managers.
• Train budget holders on financial processes and systems.
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BCom in Accounting (or equivalent).

Experience

• Finance experience to profit‑centre/accounting level.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Experience in organisations with multiple service lines and cost allocations.
• Experience in analysing, interpreting, and reporting on financial performance.
• Accounts payable and procurement system experience.

Knowledge

• Management and financial accounting principles.
• SAP ERP system (highly advantageous).
• Intermediate Excel and MS Office proficiency.
• Understanding of corporate policies and financial governance.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and ability to challenge assumptions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Problem‑solving and process improvement orientation.

Our Values

Put Safety First: We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task.

Shape the Future: consideration of direct report and other team members ensuring each member has the opportunity to grow within their roles, with scope for advancement and shaping the future of Finance.

Pull Together: ensure that the global Finance function works effectively and efficiently as a unit, promoting shared best practice.

Be Passionate: to embrace and be passionate about the role and ensure every success is achieved, recognised and rewarded in a manner that is consistent with the De Beers name.

Build Trust: Building an environment in which trust is a virtue which guides everyday behaviour of the team and in which each team member has confidence in their colleagues.

Show We Care: to build an environment in which team members take pride in their roles as part of the Finance team.

To Apply

• Submit applications on or before the closing date.

Closing date: 09 February 2026

Should you not have heard from the HR Department four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.