Financial Accountant

Betway Global; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid

Group Life

Provident Fund

Job summary

Betway Global in Johannesburg is seeking a Financial Accountant to deliver accounting for all transactions, reconciliations and reporting for the shared services entities. You will own financial reporting, analyses and tax compliance in a fast-moving online gaming environment.

Ideal candidates hold a B.Com in financial accounting with at least five years of experience, advanced Excel skills, and a collaborative approach to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• B.Com in financial accounting or related qualification.
• Minimum 5 years accounting experience in a similar role.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly management reports and ensure data is posted by product, region and brand.
• Perform reconciliations, intercompany billings and SOX control evidence.
• Coordinate internal/external audit files and assist with tax calculations and submissions.

Skills

Bottlenecking?

Education

B.Com Financial Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics NAV/BC

FloQast

Job description

Financial Accountant### Financial AccountantApply: Hybrid: Johannesburg: Full time: Posted Today: JR13887Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation. **Who we are**We’re Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands, including Betway and Jackpot City. We’re a powerhouse built on decades of expertise and we’re changing the game for good. Our mission is to give our customers a superclass entertainment experience.**Who we’re looking for**We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At Super Group Africa, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar. Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary.**Why we need you**We’re building experiences that wow our customers – and that starts with bold, curious people who want to do work that matters. If you’re hungry to grow, excited by impact and ready for a challenge that will supercharge your career, this could be your moment. As our Financial Accountant, you will play a key part in supporting the delivery of accounting for all transactions, reconciliations, and reporting for the shared services related entities. Your drive and ideas will help us move faster, improve smarter, and stay ahead of the game.**What you’ll do**You’ll take ownership of work that gives us our competitive edge,including**:****Financial Reporting*** Prepare accurate and timely monthly management reports in line with reporting deadlines.* Review and ensure that all financial data is correctly posted by product, region, platform, brand.* Ensure that all open items relating to vendors and customers are matched.* Investigate financial anomalies and unresolved open items promptly to ensure timely resolution before the end of each quarter.* Prepare weekly open item reports and actively follow up on long outstanding balances.* Calculate usage fees and rebates and ensure alignment with contractual terms and conditions.* Accurately post all invoices, accruals, and prepayments.* Process all intercompany and intergroup billings.* Run monthly foreign exchange processes.* Proactively resolve queries arising during the reporting cycle. **Analytical Reporting*** Prepare monthly income statements and balance sheets with comprehensive and meaningful commentary.* Analyse performance variances and provide insight into key business drivers.* Prepare and sign off on all reconciliations.* Prepare and sign off on all SOX control evidence, reconciliations, and templates. **Corporate Governance*** Prepare and coordinate internal and external audit files to ensure completeness and accuracy.* Liaise with internal stakeholders to collect required audit documentation.* Communicate with the manager regarding all outstanding audit related queries.* Resolve queries raised by external auditors in a timely and professional manner. **Tax Management and Compliance*** Prepare VAT, deferred tax and income tax calculations.* Reconcile VAT and tax vendor accounts and ensure accurate matching and clearing.* Ensure that all tax submissions and related payments to authorities are made timeously.* Submit all tax calculations and supporting schedules for review within agreed timelines. **Team Leadership*** Co-ordinate functions in the team to ensure that all team members are working effectively and able to deliver reporting on time.* Ensure best business practice is embedded across all processes and functions* Ensure team key deliverables are met on time and accurately.* Provide guidance, mentoring and support to direct report to ensure the team is working efficiently and coherently.* Manage all stakeholder expectations appropriately and communicate any potential problems. This list covers your core responsibilities – with plenty of room to stretch, explore and take on new challenges as we grow. **What you’ll bring**You’re someone who brings:* B.Com financial accounting degree or related qualification.* Minimum 5 years accounting experience in a similar role.* Ability to use initiative and be proactive.* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.* Ability to plan and execute tasks with a strong sense of accountability.* Clear, confident communication (written and verbal), and the ability to breakdown complex ideas.* A collaborative mindset, working smoothly with cross functional teams to hit shared goals.* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball.* Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high quality work.* Adaptability – you stay sharp, productive and positive in fast moving environments. **Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve**It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:* Completed SAICA articles.* Previous experience in shared services, cost centres and cost allocations.* Experience in Microsoft Dynamics Navision or Business Central.* Experience in FloQast (Month end reconciliation tool).* Experience in IBM Planning Analytics/TM1/Cognos.* Experience with SOX Compliance and/or Internal controls.* In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends.* Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations.* Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards.**Our values are non-negotiables**Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.These competencies are:* Adaptability* Ownership and accountability* Initiating action* Resilience* Team orientation* Integrity* Innovation **What you’ll get back**We invest in your growth and wellbeing, so you can bring your best:* **Supergrowth is real here.** Our learning and development programmes give you the tools, training and opportunities to level up fast.* **Your progress matters.** Our Performance tool ensures you get meaningful feedback to support your development and superdrive your career.* **Support that has your back.** Our Employee Assistance Programme offers resources for you and your family.* Medical Aid* Group Life* Provident Fund **Be part of that Superclass feeling**At Super Group, your experience matters. We’re honest, fair, and focused on helping you succeed – and your work will have real impact from day one.***Game on!*****\\*Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.****\\*Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.**This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.*The perfect place to work, play and grow!*