Global Accountant

Competitive Capabilities International; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A global management consultancy seeks a detail-driven Global Accountant to ensure accurate financial management and compliance across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will have a finance degree, 3-5 years of experience, and strong IFRS/US GAAP knowledge. You'll oversee cashflow management, financial reporting, and payroll accounting in a collaborative environment, all while contributing to international finance operations.

Benefits

Attractive Salary Package

Flexible Hybrid Work Model

Health Support Allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Comprehensive Group Life Insurance

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of financial and operations experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP.
• Advanced English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage group cashflow and forecasting.
• Oversee timely supplier payments and payroll.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Compliance with IFRS/US GAAP

Cashflow Management

Payroll Accounting

Internal Controls

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Overview

Are you a detail-driven finance professional who thrives in a global, fast-paced environment? At CCi, we're looking for a Global Accountant to play a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and insightful financial management across our international group of companies. This is more than just an accounting role - it's an opportunity to partner with leaders, optimise processes, and help shape the financial foundation of a business that's transforming supply chains around the world.

At Competitive Capabilities International (CCi), our mission is to help build efficient and sustainable organisations that empower people to do their best work. With our continuous improvement platform, TRACC, we've supported over 3,000 supply chains in more than 75 countries to achieve world-class performance. Joining CCi means being part of a global team with a 35-year legacy of innovation, and a future focused on helping people and businesses unlock their full potential.

What You’ll Do

As our Global Accountant, you'll play a central role in ensuring CCi's financial health and compliance across multiple entities worldwide. Your responsibilities will include:

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Support monthly and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across the CCi group.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and account analyses to support reliable financial records.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/US GAAP and statutory requirements, including audits and regulatory filings.
• Partner with tax consultants to prepare returns and maintain full statutory compliance for all entities.
• Review financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with best practices.

Cashflow & Treasury Management

• Oversee group cashflow management and forecasting to support business sustainability.
• Ensure intercompany accounts reconcile monthly and annually across subsidiaries.
• Manage insurance contracts, fixed assets, leases, and other financial agreements.

Accounts Payable, Receivable & Payroll

• Oversee timely and accurate supplier payments, intercompany invoicing, and collections.
• Manage payroll accounting activities to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

Controls & Governance

• Enforce strong internal controls and recommend improvements to safeguard company assets.
• Proactively identify and prevent potential risks or fraud through sound accounting practices.
• Support the Group Financial Manager in audits and internal control reviews.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive efficiencies by improving systems, processes, and reporting practices.
• Contribute to the development of financial policies, procedures, and operational strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and strengthen governance.

What You Bring

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (SAIPA candidate preferred).
• 3-5 years\' broad financial and operations experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP.
• Proven ability to design and implement financial processes and controls.
• Advanced English communication skills, comfortable with global stakeholders.
• Managerial experience (advantageous).

What’s in it for You

• Be part of a global impact organisation that partners with leading companies worldwide.
• Work in a collaborative, innovative culture with room to grow.
• Gain exposure to complex, international finance operations.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference by improving financial practices that support sustainable business performance.

Benefits

• Attractive Salary Package
• Flexible Hybrid Work Model
• Health Support Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Group Life Insurance
• Opportunities for Professional Growth