Senior Accountant

Apex Group Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Group Ltd, a leading fund administration provider, is seeking a Finance Controller in Cape Town. The role requires overseeing accounting processes for legal entities, with responsibilities including compliance, auditing, and budget management. Ideal candidates should possess a CA, CIMA, or CPA accreditation and have a passion for financial services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• Recognized accounting accreditation required.
• Interest in financial services, such as fund administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close process for legal entities.
• Manage audits and financial statements preparations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

CA, CIMA, CPA

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Apex Group, established in Bermuda, is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally, and provide cross-jurisdictional services.

With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our dedicated team has experienced unprecedented growth and transformation, now comprising over 13,000 employees worldwide.

Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion. At Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you.

We will work to supercharge your skills and experience. Take the lead, and we will support you to excel.

We also offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into industry-changing realities.

Position: Controller – Finance CA(SA)

Division: Finance

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

We are seeking a Finance Controller to join the group finance team, reporting to a Senior Manager within the Finance Division. The role involves managing the accounting of legal entities and reviewing costs to ensure accuracy, integrity, and completeness of records.

The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience and a recognized accreditation (CA, CIMA, CPA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the timely month-end close process for multiple legal entities, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Manage legal entity audits and ensure timely submission of financial statements.
• Oversee production of statutory financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory capital requirements through timely regulatory reports.
• Manage payment procedures and cash management for legal entities.
• Manage the annual budget process.
• Collaborate with the Head of Finance – Americas and Local Managing Directors.
• Prepare finance reports for legal entity boards.
• Support billing and FP&A teams with accounting.
• Stay updated on IFRS developments impacting the firm.
• Handle ad hoc requests as needed.

Skills / Experience:

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts.
• 0-2 years post-article experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, accounting systems, and IT.
• Knowledge of IFRS and exposure to US GAAP.
• Self-motivated, proactive, resilient, and resourceful.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in English.
• Experience in audit is a plus, not mandatory.
• Interest in financial services like fund administration and banking.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Experience with accounting controls and US Tax is advantageous.