Financial Accountant

Kaelo; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in South Africa seeks an experienced finance professional to manage all financial aspects, including reporting, compliance, and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have a BCOM degree, at least 5 years of related experience, and proficiency in Xero and Excel. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience required.
• Experience in implementing policy and new systems.
• Accounting experience and knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for financial reporting and measurement.
• Manage financial systems integrity for accurate results.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Xero

Excel

Outlook

Ability to analyse, interpret and report financial data

Education

BCOM Degree

Diploma or degree with accounting as a major

Job description

Company Description

Kaelo provides essential healthcare solutions ensuring the physical and psychosocial wellbeing of all South Africans towards lasting social change. Kaelo meets the Healthcare needs of Corporate and Retail clients across South Africa - products offerings include Medical Insurance, Medical Aid, Gap Insurance, Kaelo Money and employee assistance programmes.

Job Description

Accountability for all financial aspects of the Finance, including financial / statutory reporting and measurement, forecasting, tax and legal compliance and budget management across all areas. Manage systems implementation and integrity to ensure accurate and timeous financial results. Responsible for supporting the full financial function.

KEY OUTCOMES

Manage Financial Reporting

Financial reporting and measurement

Prepare and submit reports

Analyse reports and execute external audits

Manage intercompany and bank accounts

Ensuring the accuracy of allocations within the accounting system

Budgeting and Forecasts

Manage Accounts Payable

Perform balance sheet reconciliations

Manage payment runs

Process and Communication Management

Processes and internal controls to support the business

Communication and liasing with internal parties (other divisions)

Communication and liasing with external parties (Bank, auditors, etc.)

Qualifications

PERSON DETAILS: WORK EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED

5 + years' experience

Experience in implementing policy and implementing new systems and procedures

Accounting experience and knowledge

PREFERRED

EDUCATION: QUALIFICATIONS: ACCREDITATIONS WITH PROFESSIONAL BODY

REQUIRED

BCOM Degree

PREFERRED

Diploma or degree with accounting as a major

TECHNICAL SKILLS OR KNOWLEDGE

REQUIRED

Xero

Excel

Outlook

Ability to analyse, interpret and report financial data

Additional Information

Personal Attributes

• Accountability
• Action orientated
• Collaborative
• Communication
• Business writing skills
• Manages complexity
• Problem solving skills
• Decision
• Growth and development mind-set
• Financial acumen
• Planning and organisation
• Resilient and adaptive
• Self-development
• Purpose driven
• Significance and values orientate