Senior Group Financial Accountant - IFRS & Reporting

Santam Insurance; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Santam Insurance in Cape Town seeks a Group Financial Accountant to join the finance team and contribute to financial accounting, management and statutory reporting for the Santam group. The role involves a mix of routine and non-routine tasks while coordinating with stakeholders.

The position focuses on IFRS and statutory compliance, month-end close, reconciliations, and supporting internal and external audits, with opportunities to grow in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• CA (SA) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5–7 years financial services experience.
• Financial accounting and reporting experience in complex technical environments.
• Experience in the insurance industry would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Participate in financial accounting, management and statutory reporting for the Santam group.
• Produce timely and accurate financial results for the general ledger and consolidation system.
• Support month-end activities, account reconciliations, internal controls and audits.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Deadline driven

Adaptability

Education

CA (SA) or equivalent

Tools

JD Edwards

Hyperion Financial Management

Advanced Excel

Job description

Santam Insurance in Cape Town seeks a Group Financial Accountant to join the finance team and contribute to financial accounting, management and statutory reporting for the Santam group. The role involves a mix of routine and non-routine tasks while coordinating with stakeholders.

The position focuses on IFRS and statutory compliance, month-end close, reconciliations, and supporting internal and external audits, with opportunities to grow in a demanding, fast-paced environment.