Junior Accountant – South Africa, Financial Services

Lewis International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage the full accounting and financial control functions. You will compile detailed ledgers, prepare financial statements, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Ideal candidates have an accounting degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience, with an advantage for those familiar with IFRS and auditing.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant financial accounting experience in a financial institution.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.
• Auditing experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Compile detailed ledger reconciliations.
• Prepare consolidated financial reporting and analysis.
• Manage general ledger and financial controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Ledger reconciliation

IFRS knowledge

Auditing

Power BI

Education

Accounting degree with articles

Tools

JDE

Job description

Introduction

Responsible for the full accounting and financial control function for the Investment Divisional Manco Team.

This role will report directly into the Financial Manager.

Responsibilities and work outputs

Compiling detailed ledger reconciliations and the investigation of reconciling items.

Complete consolidated financial reporting and analysis that adds value and insight for the business by comparing expenses to budgets and identifying reasons for variances in order to provide financial insights in reporting.

Preparation of Quarterly packs for Group Reporting.

Preparation of the Annual Financial Statements.

Preparation of monthly and ad-hoc payments.

Providing information as required by both internal and external auditors.

Providing information as required by the BEE verification agency.

Preparation of required documents by financial manager / CFO on an ad-hoc basis.

Review documentation to ensure that the correct level of authority has authorised the document and raise any exceptions with the relevant stakeholder.

Contribute to the management and the enhancement of systems, processes and issues in order to enhance financial reporting efficiency.

Manage general ledger and other financial controls to ensure compliance to the relevant accounting standards and controls.

Manage high risk and problematic financial issues in area of accountability and contribute to the identification of solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and increase operational efficiencies within area of responsibility.

Continuously develop own expertise in terms of profession, industry and legislation knowledge.

Develop and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with peers and stakeholders.

Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.

Experience and Qualifications

Accounting degree with articles.

1-2 years plus relevant financial accounting experience in a financial institution.

Sound knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles and practices.

Auditing experience and articles would be advantageous.

JDE experience would be advantageous.

Power BI or Click-view experience would be advantageous.