Senior Financial Accountant

Isilumko Staffing; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Isilumko Staffing is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to support accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance across local and international entities. The role emphasizes IFRS application, group accounting policy adherence, and improving reporting controls.

The position requires strong Excel skills, experience with OneStream and SAP, and the ability to collaborate with business unit finance teams while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) or B.Com in Finance/Accounting with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, accounting principles, and statutory compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Exposure to upstream operations and joint venture accounting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports, OneStream reporting packs, and statutory reports for local and international entities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, Board reporting, annual financial statements, and Form 20-F submissions.
• Apply IFRS, Group accounting policies, and relevant legislation to resolve technical accounting and reporting matters.
• Conduct SOX testing, implement audit recommendations, and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Use SAP and OneStream to support financial reporting and management reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Business Unit finance teams, address financial queries, and improve reporting processes and controls.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Statutory compliance

MS Excel advanced

Audit coordination

Education

CA(SA)

B.Com in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Job description

Financial Reporting Specialist - Job Summary

Purpose of the Role

Support financial and business decision-making through accurate financial reporting, accounting analysis, statutory compliance, and effective financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports, OneStream reporting packs, and statutory reports for local and international entities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, Board reporting, annual financial statements, and Form 20-F submissions.
• Apply IFRS, Group accounting policies, and relevant legislation to resolve technical accounting and reporting matters.
• Conduct SOX testing, implement audit recommendations, and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Use SAP and OneStream to support financial reporting and management reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Business Unit finance teams, address financial queries, and improve reporting processes and controls.

Minimum Requirements

• CA(SA), or a B.Com in Finance/Accounting with at least six years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, accounting principles, and statutory compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Exposure to upstream operations and joint venture accounting is beneficial.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure.
• High levels of integrity, organisation, and accountability.