Investment Accountant

Sapientis Talent Management Pty. Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Investment Accountant. This role involves maintaining financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Commerce with Accounting and has 5-7 years of experience in fund accounting. Join a collaborative workplace where your contributions will be valued.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in financial services or employee benefits.
• At least 5 years of experience in fund and investment accounting.
• Detail-oriented and accurate work style.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledgers and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with the Pension Fund Act and FSCA regulations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Accounting experience

Regulatory reporting knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Commerce with Accounting as a major

Job description

Are you a numbers-driven professional with solid fund and investment accounting experience? Join our dynamic team and play a key role in maintaining the financial health of our organisation.

About the Role

As an Investment Accountant, you will take full responsibility for fund and investment accounting, financial reporting, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Your work will directly support strategic decision-making and drive business growth.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain general ledgers and reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow statements, and annual financial statements
• Prepare audit files and respond to audit and statutory valuation requirements
• Reconcile investments and perform daily money movement analysis
• Conduct monthly general ledger and bank reconciliations
• Process journals and submit monthly PAYE returns to SARS
• Ensure compliance with the Pension Fund Act, FSCA regulations, and fund rules
• Submit regulatory reports including SARB, C48, B16, Regulation 28, and others

What You’ll Need

• A Bachelor of Commerce degree with Accounting as a major
• 5–7 years’ experience in financial services or employee benefits
• At least 5 years’ experience in fund and investment accounting
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of regulatory reporting (SARS, FSCA, SARB)

What Sets You Apart

• You’re detail-oriented and accurate
• You take accountability and meet deadlines
• You enjoy working independently but thrive in a team
• You communicate clearly and professionally

Why Join?

Our client offers a collaborative, purpose-driven work environment where your expertise will be valued and your growth supported. If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in a financially stable and compliant business, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Johannesburg (Northern Suburbs) | Employment Type: Full-Time (Permanent)

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