Finance Accountant Ca (Reporting & Compliance)

Executive Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Accountant CA for a role in Midrand. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in accounting, strong reporting and compliance skills, and proficiency in MS Office with advanced Excel capabilities. Experience in managing teams and knowledge of Buildsmart is advantageous. An understanding of competency-based assessment and international experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of post-articles experience or prior commercial experience outside of audit.
• At least 5 years' experience in an accounting role.
• Cross-border/international experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual trial balances and monthly financial reports.
• Responsible for preparation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Compile overhead and sector reports and conduct variance analysis.
• Manage administration of bonding and guarantees.
• Review VAT for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Team management

Financial analysis

Presentation skills

Effective negotiation

Education

CA(SA)

Tools

Buildsmart

Job description

Finance Accountant CA (Reporting & Compliance) POS

Location: Midrand

Salary : R

• to R
• per annum (depending on experience)

Requirements : CA(SA)

1 year of post-articles experience or prior commercial experience outside of audit.

Experience in managing or supervising a team will be an advantage.

At least 5 years' experience in an accounting role

Language Skills : Portuguese speaking (advantageous)

International Experience : Cross-border / international experience - Middle East and Africa (advantageous)

Proficient in MS Office and databases and Advanced Excel Skills

Buildsmart experience is advantageous data input and review

Deadline-driven with ability to prioritize tasks

Strong administrative skills

Awareness of Competency-Based Assessment

Competency-Based Training

Instructional Design awareness

Excellent presentation and oral presentation skills

Effective negotiation and persuasion skills

Key Responsibilities

Monthly reporting: Prepare individual trial balances and monthly financial reports in collaboration with the Head of Financial Reporting and Compliance.

Annual Financial Statements (AFS): Responsible for preparation across all entities, including group consolidation, supporting documentation, and audit trails.

Financial analysis: Compile overhead and sector reports, conduct preliminary variance analysis, and raise queries where necessary.

Bonding and guarantees: Manage administration, monthly updates, and acquisition of new bonds / guarantees as needed.

VAT: Review for accuracy and compliance, ensure timely submission and reporting.

Balance sheet reconciliations: Review for statutory compliance and monitor outstanding items to ensure timely resolution.

Photocopier management: Oversee group-wide photocopier-related finance matters.

Asset management: Reconcile the Finance Fixed Asset Register (FAR) with the GCAD department FAR.

Support new jurisdiction setups: Assist with BuildSmart, banking, accounting, and policy alignment to ensure compliance.

Payment oversight: Review and release all South African and international payments.

Project list maintenance: Ensure accurate records of active and closed projects, including supporting documentation.

BuildSmart entries: Review "Direct" entries prepared by the creditors team.

Rental agreements: Review and approve agreements prior to sign-off.

Credit applications: Review and approve applications prior to sign-off.

Team oversight: Review and approve work submitted by team members.

Perform other ad hoc duties as required by the role.

How to Apply

If you meet the above crite