Group Accountant

Othongathi Investments Pty; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Othongathi Investments Pty is seeking a skilled Group Accountant to support group-wide financial reporting, IFRS compliance, and performance analysis across the organization.

You will oversee month-end close, assist with annual financial statements and management accounts, support budgeting and cash flow forecasting, and ensure accurate reporting for Exco and the board with strong stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of accounting experience and working knowledge of IFRS.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Audit.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an accountant role.
• Working knowledge of IFRS.
• Professional registration or completed articles advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Group financial performance, analysis, and reporting functions
• Prepare and support annual financial statements, management accounts, board and Exco reporting
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and statutory requirements
• Oversee month-end close processes and maintain general ledger integrity
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Handle audit, tax, CIPC, and vendor-related matters

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Financial systems proficiency

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Accounting/Finance/Audit

Job description

Othongathi Investments is seeking a skilled and analytical Group Accountant to support group-wide financial reporting, compliance, and performance analysis.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Group financial performance, analysis, and reporting functions
• Prepare and support annual financial statements, management accounts, board and Exco reporting
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and statutory requirements
• Oversee month-end close processes and maintain general ledger integrity
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Handle audit, tax, CIPC, and vendor-related matters

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and financial reporting capability
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial systems proficiency
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Clear and professional stakeholder communication skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Audit
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an accountant role
• Working knowledge of IFRS
• Professional registration or completed articles will be advantageous