Head Financial Reporting

Communicate Finance; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Finance is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee the financial reporting function in Centurion. The role requires CA(SA) qualification and 5+ years in a supervisory finance capacity, with strong IFRS knowledge and IFRS 17 experience.

You will manage statutory reporting, annual financial statements, and regulatory submissions, while driving controls and stakeholder engagement. Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel is essential, as is the ability to lead multiple

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification is essential.
• 5+ years post-articles supervisory/management-level finance experience.
• Strong accounting knowledge including IFRS and IFRS 17.
• Experience preparing annual financial statements and regulatory reports.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the financial reporting function.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, statutory returns, and management reports.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable accounting standards.
• Develop, maintain, and implement financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation, regulatory requirements, and internal governance frameworks.
• Manage relationships with auditors and regulators.
• Coordinate internal and external audit processes.
• Lead the implementation of new accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Monitor financial risks and provide strategic financial insights to executive management.
• Supervise and support reporting team members.
• Assist the CFO with financial planning and ad hoc projects.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

IFRS 17

Excel proficiency

Regulatory reporting

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

CA(SA) qualification

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the financial reporting function
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, statutory returns, and management reports
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable accounting standards
• Develop, maintain, and implement financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation, regulatory requirements, and internal governance frameworks
• Manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and regulators
• Coordinate internal and external audit processes
• Lead the implementation of new accounting standards and reporting requirements
• Monitor financial risks and provide strategic financial insights to executive management
• Supervise and support reporting team members
• Assist the CFO with financial planning, best-practice initiatives, and ad hoc projects

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification (essential)

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 5 years' post-articles experience in a supervisory or management-level finance role
• Insurance or broader financial services industry experience preferred
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and IFRS 17
• Experience preparing annual financial statements and regulatory reports
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systemsStrong financial reporting and financial statement analysis expertise
• Knowledge of IFRS, Tax, Auditing, and governance frameworks
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and commercial acumen

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