Group Accountant

Focus Kamoso (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Gauteng is looking for a Group Accountant to manage financial and tax reporting for multiple entities. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in accounting and reporting roles, alongside strong knowledge in group reporting and taxation. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, managing trial balances, and liaising with auditors. The role demands strong leadership skills and the ability to implement robust accounting controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or reporting roles.
• Articles advantageous.
• Strong background in group reporting and taxation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements and consolidated group statements.
• Submit IT14s, provisional tax returns, and dividend tax returns.
• Reconcile and submit VAT and withholding tax returns.

Skills

Staff management experience

Strong business and people skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Education

B Honours or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Cognos

Business Central

Draftworx

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Group Accountant to maintain accurate financial and tax reporting while managing and implementing robust accounting and reporting controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements for multiple entities and consolidated group statements.
• Submit IT14s, provisional tax returns, and dividend tax returns via e-filing.
• Reconcile and submit VAT and withholding tax returns for both South African and foreign entities.
• Compile annual budgets and forecasts.
• Review monthly bank reconciliations and process general journal entries.
• Manage trial balances and perform consolidations for all reporting entities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform month-end and year-end system closures.
• Submit quarterly reporting packs and liaise with internal and external auditors.
• Review and authorize payments on banking systems.
• Develop, monitor, and implement internal accounting policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• B Honours or Bachelor's degree in Accounting (B).
• Articles advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting / reporting roles.
• Staff management experience.
• Strong background in group reporting, taxation, and consolidation.

Technical Knowledge

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and a recognized accounting package.
• Experience with Cognos, Business Central, and Draftworx advantageous.

Key Characteristics

• Transparency, honesty, and reliability.
• Positive attitude and motivation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to create a professional office environment.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.

Essential Skills

• Self-motivated and results driven.
• Strong business and people skills.
• Time management and deadline orientation.
• High attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Ability to lead and maintain company standards and procedures.