Group Reporting Accountant

Network; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Reporting Accountant to oversee the consolidation and reporting of a dynamic, multi-currency group of companies. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, collaborating with various teams to deliver insightful reports, and managing the ERP system for financial data integrity. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong analytical skills, and demonstrate integrity and adaptability. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while advancing your career in finance and accounting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years post article experience in financial reporting and consolidation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Timely completion of consolidated financial results and reporting.
• Manage ERP system and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Assist with annual financial statements and compliance.

Skills

Multi-currency financial reporting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Integrity

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

CA (SA) or similar

Tools

Business Intelligence tools

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Job Description

The Group Reporting Accountant is responsible for consolidation and reporting of the multicurrency group of companies.

Companies are based across Africa, with main business hubs based in South Africa and Kenya.

Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting
   • Timely and accurate completion and submission of consolidated results.
   • Monthly and quarterly reporting of consolidated results.
   • Collaboration with FP&A Team to generate accurate and insightful reports, including cost packs and monthly estimates.
   • Compilation of monthly management and statutory packs.
   • Support Procurement and Tax Teams with regards to reporting needs.
   • Capex reporting.
   • Cashflow forecasting and reporting.
   • Geographic reporting.
   • Ad hoc reporting.
2. Financial Consolidation and Close (FCCS)
   • Submission of management and statutory trial balances and related data forms.
   • Mapping of trial balance accounts to FCCS.
   • Management of ERP System.
   • Take ownership of ERP system, including management of Chart of Accounts, system users and permissions.
   • Ensure revaluations and eliminations are processed and are accurate.
   • Manage intercompany reconciliations.
3. Annual Financial Statements (AFS)
   • Assist with disclosure information for the various group companies.
   • Ensure consistency across AFS, with focus being on alignment of accounting policies.
   • Assist with review of AFS.
4. Punctuality and Attendance
   • Responsible to uphold good punctuality and attendance.
5. Responsibilities on Demand
   • Due to the fluid and dynamic environment within the business, new, additional or changed position responsibilities will occur.
   • Successful demonstration of change orientation is an on-going responsibility in all positions.

Qualifications

CA (SA) or similar.

Experience

3+ years post article experience.

Skills Required To Perform The Job Successfully

• Multi-currency financial reporting and consolidation experience.
• Ability to work well under pressure with tight deadlines, juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Integrity.
• Adaptability.
• Initiative.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced excel skills.
• Communication skills.
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools is an advantage.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level.

Employment type

Full-time.

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance.

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting.