Senior Accountant | Reporting X3

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 70-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture, and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Req Id

8301

Closing Date

01 May 2025

OME

FIN: Finance Southern Africa

Geographical Area

Sandton

Role Category

Execution

Purpose of Job

Provide continuous input into financial and business decision-making at tactical/operational level, complete financial accounting reports, execute financial activities daily, and ensure the integrity of the General Ledger and Trial Balance for accurate monthly reporting.

Key Accountabilities

1. Timely preparation of finance lease payment runs
2. Calculation preparation for CPI rentals and volume-related rentals
3. Monthly journal and profit and loss report preparation
4. Results presentation for monthly EXCO meetings with explanations
5. Quarterly road levies calculations and submissions; annual audit during August
6. Impairment calculations using group model (May and November)
7. Implementation of OneStream for IFRS16 leases
8. Review of quarterly contracts register
9. Assist with monthly EXCO presentation
10. Ensure GL account integrity and proper ledger structure
11. Prepare monthly reconciliations and schedules for GL accounts
12. Manage monthly income statements and ensure alignment with SAP and management reporting tools like HFM and Onestream
13. Identify and address technical issues promptly
14. Year-end and half-year-end reporting, including CPI remeasurement calculations, impairment reviews, and SOX testing
15. Manage lease-related journal entries and disclosures
16. Participate in operational excellence initiatives and automation improvements
17. Maintain strong governance and compliance, including internal controls, audit and SOX compliance, and policy adherence

Formal Education

4-year university Bachelor's Degree in Finance or equivalent

Working Experience

Minimum 6+ years relevant experience

Certification

CA or CIMA preferred

Required Skills

• Process Optimization
• Financial Analysis
• Business Insight
• Financial Planning & Reporting
• Managing Complexity
• Analyzing Alternatives and Recommending Solutions
• Planning and Alignment
• Financial Accounting & Compliance Management
• Accountability

Sasol is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Preference will be given to qualified candidates from designated groups and persons with disabilities, with reasonable accommodations provided as needed.

Our automated application process will evaluate applications efficiently. If you do not hear from us within 60 days post-closing, please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest in Sasol, and best wishes for your career pursuits.