SENIOR GROUP ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID) - R900k-R720k pa - SEA POINT

Do More Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 720 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm is seeking a Senior Group Accountant to manage financial integrity, ensure compliance, and provide accurate reporting. The ideal candidate should have experience in accounting, and financial analysis, with skills in CaseWare. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary package between R900k-R720k per annum and a flexible working arrangement.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Above average leave days

Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Career advancement prospects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior accountant supporting CFO.
• Accounting qualification required (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA, AGA, etc.).
• Experience in compiling financial statements in CaseWare is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely consolidated financial statements.
• Maintain knowledge of accounting regulations and ensure compliance.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights on trends.

Job description

Overview

SENIOR GROUP ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID) - R900k-R720k pa - SEA POINT

To ensure the financial health and integrity of the group by managing, processing, and overseeing all accounting activities for the group. Ensure compliance with regulatory/legal compliance and provide accurate and timely financial reports to support strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Accurate financial reporting: Deliver accurate and timely consolidated financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Ensure all reports are compliant with relevant accounting standards and regulations. Assist with other reporting requirements from lenders, shareholders, etc.
• Regulatory/legal compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations and ensure all financial practices adhere to local and international accounting IFRS standards. In conjunction with the CFO, successfully managed audits with no significant findings.
• Efficient processing: Handle all day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and reconciliations, with exceptional discipline and reliability. Ensure high accuracy and efficiency in processing transactions.
• Process improvement: Identify and implement improvements in accounting workflows and financial reporting processes. Enhance efficiency and accuracy in processing tasks and reporting timelines.
• Financial analysis: Conduct financial analysis and forecasts to support business strategy and decision-making. Provide insights on trends, variances, and areas for improvement, and present findings to the CFO.
• Budget management: Prepare and monitor the group's budgets. Implement and adhere to budgetary controls, providing explanations for any variances. Compare actuals to budgeted figures per financial model.
• Stakeholder management: Communicate financial information effectively to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management and auditors. Address and resolve financial inquiries or issues promptly.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a senior accountant or similar role, supporting CFO.
• Accounting qualification required (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA, AGA, etc.).
• Experience in dealing with African countries is preferred but not required.
• Xero accounting software experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience in compiling financial statements in CaseWare is required.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel is preferred (pivot tables, macros) but not required.
• Experience in working with financial models is preferred but not required.

Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations. Proficient in financial reporting, consolidation, and processing. Experienced with Xero accounting software and compiling financial statements in CaseWare.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness.
• Self-Sufficiency: Ability to manage and perform both oversight and hands-on accounting tasks independently.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present financial information clearly to various audiences, including senior management and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong problem-solving skills with the capability to address complex financial issues and develop effective solutions.
• Ethics and Integrity: High level of integrity and professionalism. Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing business environments and priorities.
• Discipline, Reliability and Work ethic: Consistently exhibit a high level of discipline and work ethic, meeting deadlines and maintaining dependable performance.
• Proactiveness and Initiative: Proactively identify areas for improvement and take initiative to address them.

Experience

• Proven experience as a senior accountant or similar role, supporting CFO.
• Accounting qualification required (SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA, AGA, etc.).
• Experience in dealing with African countries is preferred but not required.
• Xero accounting software experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience in compiling financial statements in CaseWare is required.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel is preferred (pivot tables, macros) but not required.
• Experience in working with financial models is preferred but not required.

Compensation

• Annual CTCC between R900k-R720k incl quarterly discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package: Basic - up to R 60k pm PLUS eligibility for quarterly discretionary bonus of around R 14k pm paid out per quarter (R42k pq) so approx CTC of R 74k pm for top performers
• Above average leave days
• Flexible HYBRID working arrangement
• Niche industry experience: Property Management
• Foreign exposure: Get exposure to dealing with multiple African countries
• Flat Structure
• Great career advancement prospects