Senior Accounts Administrator

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization is seeking a Senior Accounts Administrator in South Africa. The role involves maintaining accurate accounting records, reconciling accounts, and supporting audit activities. Candidates should have an accounting qualification or be studying towards one and possess advanced Excel skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic finance team while supporting the organization's values.

Qualifications

• Accounting qualification or studying towards one.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Oracle Financials.
• Attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile accounts regularly (Daily/Weekly/Monthly).
• Monitor and address reconciling items proactively.
• Report account status and reconciling issues to management.
• Ensure timely processing of receipts and journals.
• Assist with audits related to the accounts.

Skills

Budget Management

Computer Literacy

Data Reporting & Controls

Financial Auditing

Management Reporting

Numerical Aptitude

Effective Communication

Business Insight

Collaboration

Decision-Making

Accountability

Financial Acumen

Managing Complexity

Process Optimization

Education

Grade 12 / School Leaving Certificate

Tools

Oracle Financials

Job description

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Senior Accounts Administrator

Apply locations Pinelands | Full time | Posted Today | Job Requisition ID: JR-69091

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

This role is in the Finance team in the Corporate Segment. It is responsible for maintaining accurate and complete accounting records, relevant reconciliations for the Corporate Segment, and Group Assurance (GAP) products. Responsibilities include monitoring financial reporting systems, preparing product reconciliations for financial reporting, maintaining controls, corrections, and reporting on accounting links to the ledger. The role also supports audit activities related to the specific product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Processing

• Reconcile accounts regularly (Daily/Weekly/Monthly).
• Monitor and address reconciling items proactively to prevent recurrence.
• Provide support and advice to team members.
• Report account status and reconciling issues to management.
• Reconcile debtor and creditor balances with the General Ledger and follow up on outstanding debts.
• Ensure timely processing of receipts and journals.
• Investigate and clear open items in control accounts.
• Process payments and handle general account queries.
• Investigate, correct, and report ledger entries.
• Assist with audits related to the accounts.

Accounting Records

• Maintain transaction records for the business unit.
• Control, correct, and report on ledger links.

Personal Effectiveness

• Manage own time, tasks, and quality of output.
• Enhance skills and collaborate effectively.
• Align with company values and balance priorities.

Job Requirements

• Accounting qualification or studying towards one.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Oracle Financials.
• Knowledge of COMPASS, OMUNET, RFA, or GAP products is advantageous.
• Accurate reconciliation skills.
• Attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with good planning and time management.

Skills & Competencies

Budget Management, Computer Literacy, Data Reporting & Controls, Financial Auditing, Management Reporting, Numerical Aptitude, Effective Communication, Business Insight, Collaboration, Decision-Making, Accountability, Financial Acumen, Managing Complexity, Process Optimization.

Education

Grade 12 / School Leaving Certificate / National or Occupational Certificate or equivalent (NQF Level 4).

Closing Date

25 July 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.

About Us

Old Mutual is a leading African financial services organization offering a broad range of solutions across 14 countries. Our purpose is to champion mutually positive futures every day, with a focus on delivering excellent customer and employee experiences.