Credit Controller

Old Mutual; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa is seeking a Financial Controller to support their financial controlling department. The role involves preparing financial analyses, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting or Finance and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Required degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong analytical and budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial analysis, reports, and budget forecasts.
• Monitor and analyze data using established finance systems.
• Assist with developing financial policies and guidelines.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical Thinking

Budget Management

Data Analysis

Financial Acumen

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom): Accounting or Finance

Job description

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

Support the financial controlling department with economic and financial analysis necessary for the operational and strategic management of the company or the business unit. Prepare financial analysis, reports, and budget forecasts. Participate in the company’s monthly and yearly closing. Contribute to the design and management of the budget process. Prevent inaccuracies in financial statements by setting up internal control systems and adopting proper policies for financial reporting. Review financial data periodically to ensure its fairness and completeness. Assist in special projects whenever asked.

Recruitment Process:

• TA Interview: This will be a discussion with a member of the Talent Acquisition Team to give you an understanding of our business, our culture & values, and more context on the role. It will also allow you the opportunity to get to know us better and ensure Old Mutual can meet your career aspirations.
• Panel Interview: This will be with 2 members of the Senior Leadership of the Hiring Team and 1 member of the HR Leadership Team.
• Technical & Psychometric Assessments: These will depend on the role and may occur concurrently with other assessments.
• Final Feedback.

All About Old Mutual:

https://www.oldmutual.co.za/about/old-mutual-insure/

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Responsibilities

Financial Management and Control

Monitor and analyze data using established finance systems and protocols.

Insights and Reporting

Extract and combine data to generate standard reports.

Information and Business Advice

Resolve complex queries from internal or external customers or suppliers by providing information on policies and/or procedures, referring the most complex issues to others.

Data Collection and Analysis

Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.

Solutions Analysis

Find the most effective ways to respond to routine functional inquiries, following established procedures and precedents.

Project Management

Support others by carrying out a range of project management activities.

Financial Policies, Guidelines, and Protocols

Assist with developing and delivering financial policies, guidelines, and protocols to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.

Operational Compliance

Develop understanding of organizational policies and relevant regulatory codes to ensure adherence. Obtain supervisor approval for exceptions.

Personal Capability Building

Participate in assessment and development activities, ongoing education, and industry engagement to enhance skills and knowledge.

Skills

Accounting, Action Planning, Analytical Thinking, Budget Management, Data Analysis, Database Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Data Interpretation, Evaluating Information, Financial Acumen, Financial Auditing, Management Accounting, Report Review, Solution Analysis

Competencies

Business Insight, Effective Communication, Decision Quality, Accountability, Financial Acumen, Managing Complexity, Process Optimization, Planning and Alignment

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom): Accounting or Finance (Required), NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

16 May 2025, 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

About the Company

Old Mutual Limited is a pan-African investment, savings, insurance, and banking group.