Junior Reporting Accountant

The Up&Up Group (affiliated to the global M&C Saatchi Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic position has opened for a Junior Reporting Accountant at a leading firm affiliated with the M&C Saatchi Group. The role focuses on preparing management accounts, ensuring compliance in financial reporting, and gathering essential data for client-specific reports. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field. This opportunity presents a chance to develop professionally in a supportive finance team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Experience in financial reporting or management accounting advantageous.
• Proficiency in financial software such as Navision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in compiling group management accounts and financial reports.
• Gather and analyze financial data for client-specific reports.
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

Skills

Excel

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Navision

Job description

The Junior Reporting Accountant will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of group management accounts, financial reports, and client-specific reporting. This role requires strong excel and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage financial data efficiently. The ideal candidate will support the finance team in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting on a monthly basis, while maintaining compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

Management Accounting & Financial Reporting:

• Assist in compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual group management accounts.
• Prepare and reconcile financial data for internal reporting purposes.

Client Reporting & Analysis:

• Gather, process, and analyze financial data for client-specific reports.
• Ensure accurate allocation of costs and revenues per client contracts.
• Assist the Financial Managers and Group Reporting Manager in the preparation of customized reports and financial summaries for client presentations.

BBBEE Reporting

• Update data on BEE123 tool
• Gather supporting documents for BBBEE verification
• Assist in compiling quarterly reporting

Data Management & Compliance:

• Assist with audits by preparing supporting documentation and financial schedules.
• Maintain database of client contracts with terms and renewal dates.

Process Improvement & Support:

• Support the finance team with ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in financial reporting, management accounting, or a similar role will be advantageous
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Navision)
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.