Hybrid Group Accountant - IFRS & Consolidations Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybride; ZAR 1 100 000 - 1 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Group Accountant to head the group financial reporting function. You will consolidate IFRS-compliant statements, oversee intercompany activities, and drive robust controls in a multinational setting.

The role blends office collaboration with remote work in a hybrid model and demands 7+ years in group accounting, strong leadership, and advanced Excel/data analysis to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation (CA(SA), ACCA or CPA) is essential.
• 7+ years post-qualification experience in group accounting, consolidation or financial reporting.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and experience with consolidation processes.
• Experience with consolidation software (HFM/Cognos) and ERP systems; hybrid work capability.
• Excellent leadership, communication and analytic skills; proficient in Excel.

Responsabilités

• Lead the preparation and consolidation of group IFRS financial statements.
• Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations and eliminations.
• Oversee group chart of accounts and ensure consistency across entities.
• Develop internal controls and financial policies for group entities.
• Coordinate with subsidiary finance teams for timely data submission.
• Analyze performance, variances and KPIs for group management.
• Liaise with external auditors for group audits and statutory filings.
• Drive continuous improvement using technology and best practices.
• Prepare management reports, board pack commentary and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations.

Connaissances

Group accounting

IFRS knowledge

Consolidation

HFM

Cognos

Advanced Excel

Team leadership

Data analysis

Formation

CA(SA) / ACCA / CPA

Outils

HFM

Cognos

ERP systems

Description du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Group Accountant to head the group financial reporting function. You will consolidate IFRS-compliant statements, oversee intercompany activities, and drive robust controls in a multinational setting.

The role blends office collaboration with remote work in a hybrid model and demands 7+ years in group accounting, strong leadership, and advanced Excel/data analysis to support strategic decisions.