Senior Management Accountant

Yellosa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Yellosa is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to lead complex IFRS reporting and support strategic finance initiatives. The role requires a fully qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA with extensive experience in progressive finance roles within multinational groups.

You will review management accounts, lead audits, mentor staff and drive continuous improvement across the finance function. A strong IFRS focus and stakeholder engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
• 7-10 years' progressive finance experience.
• 3-4 years' external audit experience (Big 4 or recognised audit firm preferred).
• 3 years' commercial finance or management accounting experience.
• Experience managing audits independently.
• Experience supervising or leading finance teams.
• Experience working within multinational groups is highly desirable.
• Strong exposure to IFRS and statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review monthly management accounts prepared by junior team members.
• Review trial balances and ensure financial information is complete and accurate.
• Prepare and review consolidated reporting schedules.
• Prepare complex IFRS financial statements.
• Review tax computations and deferred tax calculations.
• Lead statutory audits and act as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Resolve complex accounting issues and provide technical IFRS guidance.
• Review journals, reconciliations and supporting schedules prepared by the finance team.
• Monitor compliance with Group accounting policies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Perform financial analysis and present findings to senior management.
• Assist with acquisitions, restructurings and special finance projects where required.
• Mentor, coach and develop junior finance staff.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.
• Support the Head of Shared Services and Finance Director on strategic finance initiatives.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Education

Fully qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA

Job description

• Review monthly management accounts prepared by junior team members.
• Review trial balances and ensure financial information is complete and accurate.
• Prepare and review consolidated reporting schedules.
• Prepare complex IFRS financial statements.
• Review tax computations and deferred tax calculations.
• Lead statutory audits and act as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Resolve complex accounting issues and provide technical IFRS guidance.
• Review journals, reconciliations and supporting schedules prepared by the finance team.
• Monitor compliance with Group accounting policies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning.
• Perform financial analysis and present findings to senior management.
• Assist with acquisitions, restructurings and special finance projects where required.
• Mentor, coach and develop junior finance staff.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.
• Support the Head of Shared Services and Finance Director on strategic finance initiatives.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

The Successful Applicant

• Fully qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA
• Minimum 7-10 years' progressive finance experience
• Minimum 3-4 years' external audit experience (Big 4 or recognised audit firm preferred)
• Minimum 3 years' commercial finance or management accounting experience
• Experience managing audits independently
• Experience supervising or leading finance teams
• Experience working within multinational groups is highly desirable
• Strong exposure to IFRS and statutory reporting

Technical Skills

• Expert knowledge of IFRS
• Strong technical accounting skills
• Experience reviewing statutory financial statements
• Experience reviewing tax computations

Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines
• Strong stakeholder management
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to influence and challenge where appropriate
• Commercial awareness and business partnering capability
• Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement

What's on Offer

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Management Accountant, apply today to join this rewarding opportunity.

ContactZaheerah KeramuthQuote job refJN-072026-7060994Phone number+230 460 8976