OM Bank - Financial Accountant

Old Mutual; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Cape Town is looking for a financial professional to manage general ledger and accounting records. This role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience and a Chartered Accountant designation. Responsibilities include financial reporting, reconciliations, and supporting the finance team. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment. The closing date for applications is November 24, 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role within Financial Services.
• Chartered Accountant designation is mandatory.
• Understanding of Oracle Fusion would be advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills are advantageous.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance of the organisation's general ledger.
• Support the Finance Manager.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Manage the payments cycle to suppliers.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Prepare Income Tax reporting packs.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Financial Auditing

Financial Modeling

Budget Management

Data Controls

Education

Bachelors Degree

Chartered Accountant designation

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Advanced Excel

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

At OM Bank, we strive to attract great people who are passionate about coming together for a higher purpose- building something unique and aspirational, always aiming to be the best they can be. We are rooted in our purpose of inspiring and enabling our customers to grow and sustain their prosperity.

Manage the maintenance of the organisation's general ledger and accounting records.

KEY RESULT AREAS

• Accountable for the execution of business plan, and for governance and compliance at an operational level.
• Generates financial information.
• Analyses and reports on variances.
• Maintains suitable financial control environment.
• Support to Finance Manager.
• Duties include assisting with the performance of all financial control activities, this includes but not limited capturing of transactional data and performance of reconciliations.
• Assist with Group reporting requirements.
• Assist with ad hoc tasks from time to time.
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Managing the payments cycle to suppliers.
• Management of accounts payable and supporting business through the process.
• Engaging with external & internal audit.
• Assist with subledger reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Prepare Income Tax reporting packs.
• Preparation of financial statements

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 3 years experiences in a similar role within Financial Services
• Chartered Accountant designation is mandatory.
• Understanding of Oracle Fusion would be advantageous.
• Advanced excel skills would be advantageous.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in an ever-changing environment.
• Attention to detail and meticulous execution of tasks

Skills

Accounting, Budget Management, Business Requirements Analysis, Data Controls, Evaluating Information, Financial Accounting, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Financial Auditing, Financial Modeling, Legal Practices, Management Accounting, Policies & Procedures, Report Review

Competencies

Business Insight Communicates Effectively Ensures Accountability Financial Acumen Manages Complexity Optimizes Work Processes Organizational Savvy Plans and Aligns

Education

Bachelors Degree (B)

Closing Date

24 November 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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