Financial Reporting Accountant

IT Ridge Technologies; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A finance-focused organization in Pretoria is seeking a qualified financial professional to manage comprehensive financial reports, supervise finance staff, and ensure compliance with IFRS. Candidates should have an accounting degree, possibly CA(SA) or CIMA, and at least five years of experience in finance, including auditing. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Excel are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to financial strategy and growth in a compliance-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of working experience, including 3 years of articles.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Tax, Auditing, and PFMA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file statutory returns, including PROV TAX and ITR14.
• Coordinate the audit process and liaise with both internal and external auditors.
• Prepare stakeholder reports for various entities.

Skills

Financial statement analysis

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving skills

Risk management

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Accounting degree

CA(SA) or CIMA qualification

Job description

Purpose of the Role

The primary responsibility of this role is to prepare comprehensive financial reports for the organization. This position also involves assisting the Head of Finance in supervising finance professionals, including graduate trainees.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file statutory returns, including PROV TAX and ITR14.
• Review and maintain the audit file.
• Prepare stakeholder reports for various entities such as the Board, management, DTIC , Prudential Authority, Financial Sector Conduct Authority, National Treasury, and SARB.
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts.
• Prepare corporate annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and the organization’s accounting policies.
• Coordinate the audit process and liaise with both internal and external auditors.
• Assist in implementing new accounting standards, including preparing implementation plans and related deliverables.
• Co-develop best practices, systems, and procedures to meet business objectives.
• Handle ad-hoc assignments as requested by the Head of Finance or CFO.

Qualifications & Experience

• Accounting degree with completed articles.
• CA(SA) or CIMA qualification is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience, including 3 years of articles and 2 years of post-article experience in a financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Tax, Auditing, and PFMA.
• Proficient in financial statement analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical and creative approach.
• High degree of integrity and attention to detail.
• Effective risk management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.