Financial Reporting Accountant

IT Ridge Technologies; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Finance Professional to prepare comprehensive financial reports and assist in supervising finance staff. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background with a CA(SA) or CIMA qualification, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing statutory returns, managing audits, and developing financial statements in line with IFRS. This role requires advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file statutory returns, including PROV TAX and ITR14.
• Review and maintain the audit file.
• Prepare stakeholder reports for various entities.
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts.
• Prepare corporate annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Coordinate the audit process with auditors.
• Assist in implementing new accounting standards.
• Co-develop best practices to meet business objectives.
• Handle ad-hoc assignments from the Head of Finance.

Skills

Financial statement analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Risk management

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Accounting degree with completed articles

CA(SA) or CIMA qualification

Job description

Overview

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 liaison 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.