IFRS Specialist Financial Accountant

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a leading financial institution in Sandton, Gauteng, to find a skilled Financial Accountant with strong IFRS expertise. The role focuses on accurate IFRS-compliant reporting, complex entries, and technical guidance to the finance team.

The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) or ACCA, a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, and at least 4 years' relevant experience in financial accounting within financial services. SAP/Oracle and advanced Excel skills are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; CA(SA) or ACCA required.
• At least 4 years of experience in financial accounting with a focus on IFRS.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and practical application.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle and advanced Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review IFRS-compliant financial statements.
• Interpret and apply IFRS standards to accounting transactions.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers.
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings and reports.
• Provide technical accounting support and guidance on IFRS matters.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Support external audits and provide necessary documentation.
• Analyze financial performance and variances, with explanations.

Skills

IFRS

CA(SA) / ACCA

Excel

SAP

Oracle

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA)

ACCA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a leading financial institution in Sandton, Gauteng, to find a skilled Financial Accountant with strong IFRS expertise. The role focuses on accurate IFRS-compliant reporting, complex entries, and technical guidance to the finance team.

The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) or ACCA, a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, and at least 4 years' relevant experience in financial accounting within financial services. SAP/Oracle and advanced Excel skills are advantageous.