Financial Accountant (Insurance)

SET Recruitment Consultants; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a qualified and experienced Financial Accountant to join a dynamic team in Gauteng, South Africa. The role involves month-end deliverables, system reconciliations, and preparing management accounts. The ideal candidate will have a B. Com. degree with an accounting major, at least 5 years of experience, and advanced Excel skills. A commitment to accuracy and attention to detail is essential for supporting business decision-making needs.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduation experience in accounting.
• System accounting experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end deliverables within required deadlines.
• Post journals and perform bank reconciliations.
• Prepare management accounts and attend to ad hoc queries.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Attention to detail

Analytical insights

Team player

Education

B. Com. degree with accounting major or similar

Tools

MS GreatPlains (GP)

GRID

Job description

Overview

A world leader in its field of specialisation offering a variety of financial products for motor vehicles.

Our client is seeking to employ a qualified and experienced Financial Accountant. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and highly skilled team. The successful candidate will report directly to the Financial Manager.

Note:

An intense focus on data reconciliation and accuracy is required, aligned to the company’s strategy.

Experience & Knowledge Required

• Matric
• Prefer B. Com. degree with accounting major or similar
• Experience in MS GreatPlains (GP) and GRID preferable
• System accounting experience is an advantage
• Minimum 5 years post-graduation experience

Skills & Attributes Required

• Super-User/Advanced Microsoft Excel skills compulsory
• Deadline driven, team player that is reliable and dependable with a positive attitude
• Attention to detail with analytical insights

Duties / Key Responsibilities

• Month-End Deliverables (within required deadlines)
• Preparation of bordereaux and accounting schedules
• Preparation of cashbook
• Posting of journals
• System reconciliations
• Bank reconciliations
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Underwriter reconciliations
• Preparation and distribution of management accounts
• Ensure accounting for the deliverables from other departments within finance: Credit Control, Commissions, Claim payments
• Attend to ad hoc queries
• Assist in budget and forecast cycles
• Attend to multiple internal and external audits throughout the year
• Assist in the identification of internal control weaknesses and suggest/implement improvements
• Provide financial analysis and insights in support of business decision making needs

Other Requirements

• Clear Criminal record
• Own and live up to the Company values
• Attend training initiatives to improve work quality and enhance own skills