Group Accountant

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Training and development in Sandton

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a seasoned Group Accountant to consolidate financial statements across the group under IFRS, and to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic insights. The role combines in-office collaboration with a flexible hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in group accounting, IFRS mastery, and experience with consolidation software and advanced Excel. CA(SA) or CIMA is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA(SA) or CIMA) is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in group accounting or consolidation.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and consolidation principles.
• Proficiency with consolidation software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial statements for all group entities in accordance with group policies and IFRS.
• Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated budgets and forecasts for the group.
• Perform detailed financial analysis of group performance, identifying trends and providing commentary.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements across all jurisdictions.
• Support the group's internal and external audit processes.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Group accounting experience

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA) or CIMA qualification

Tools

Consolidation software

Advanced Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proficient Group Accountant to join their finance division in Sandton, operating under a hybrid work model. This role is central to consolidating financial information across multiple entities within the group, ensuring accuracy and compliance with group reporting standards. You will play a key part in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, providing critical insights to senior management. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to enhance group-level financial operations and contribute strategically, benefiting from a blend of in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial statements for all group entities in accordance with group policies and IFRS.
• Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated budgets and forecasts for the group.
• Perform detailed financial analysis of group performance, identifying trends and providing commentary.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements across all jurisdictions.
• Support the group's internal and external audit processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in group accounting or consolidation.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and consolidation principles.
• Proficiency with consolidation software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for growth within a leading group structure.
• Professional development and training support in Sandton.