General Accountant

IQVIA, Inc.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global healthcare technology company in South Africa is seeking a Financial Accountant to deliver accurate financial reporting and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. With responsibilities including financial statement preparation, audit coordination, and financial analysis, the ideal candidate should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience. Technical proficiency in PeopleSoft and SAP, alongside strong analytical skills, is required. This role offers exposure to complex financial operations and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in financial accounting or audit.
• Exposure to a multinational environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements in line with IFRS standards.
• Prepare and post journals in PeopleSoft and SAP.
• Prepare and submit VAT, EMP201, and other statutory returns.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Analyze financial trends to support decision-making.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance

Professional qualification (e.g., SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, ACCA)

Tools

PeopleSoft

SAP

BlackLine

Excel

Job description

Overview

📍 Centurion, South Africa
🧾 Reports to: Senior Financial Accountant

The Financial Accountant at IQVIA plays a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, ensuring full compliance with statutory and internal requirements, and supporting informed business decision-making through detailed financial analysis. This role supports complex regional operations and utilizes advanced financial systems to maintain financial integrity, efficiency, and control.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements in line with IFRS standards
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting to regional and global stakeholders

Month-End Close

• Prepare and post journals in PeopleSoft and SAP
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations using BlackLine, ensuring accuracy and completeness

Compliance & Statutory Submissions

• Prepare and submit VAT, EMP201, and other statutory returns for South African and regional entities
• Support income tax reconciliations and ensure compliance with local regulations

Audit Support

• Coordinate internal and external audits
• Maintain audit documentation across multiple legal entities

Payroll & Salary Accounting

• Capture and post payroll journals into the accounting system

Financial Analysis

• Analyze financial trends, costs, and revenues to support business and strategic decision-making

Special Projects

• Participate in M&A activity, global tax reporting, and finance process improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Currently working towards a professional qualification (e.g., SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, ACCA)

Experience

• 2-3 years' experience in financial accounting or audit
• Exposure to a multinational environment is highly advantageous

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience with PeopleSoft, SAP, and BlackLine
• Advanced Excel skills required

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why Join IQVIA?

At IQVIA, you'll gain exposure to complex, multi-regional financial operations while working with advanced financial systems in a global healthcare analytics and technology leader. This role offers excellent opportunities to contribute to strategic initiatives, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact in a purpose-driven organization.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.