Senior Specialist, Controllership

AngloGold Ashanti Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Employee assistance programmes

Pension or provident fund

Annual leave and holidays

Job summary

AngloGold Ashanti Limited is seeking a Senior Specialist Controllership to drive accurate financial reporting, group accounting compliance, and SOX controls across entities. The role focuses on SAP/HFM integration, IFRS and US GAAP alignment, and coordinating external audits.

You will partner with the Africa Shared Service Centre, Financial Business Partnering teams, and technical units to resolve complex accounting issues while upholding robust controls and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent is required.
• Chartered Accountant, or equivalent qualification, is required.
• 3 years in mining or related fields with corporate reporting experience is expected.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger entries and monthly close with IFRS/US GAAP alignment.
• Support SOX compliance and remediation of ICFR deficiencies.
• Draft statutory financial statements and coordinate audits.
• Coordinate SAP/HFM data integrity and monthly packs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Africa Shared Service Centre and FBP teams.

Skills

Excel

TM1

HFM

SAP

IFRS knowledge

US GAAP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor77s degree in accounting or equivalent

Chartered Accountant, or equivalent qualification

Job description

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AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations,projectsand exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we canleverageour existing assets, shareholdings,skillsand experience.

At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies.Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.

The Senior Specialist Controllership executes accurate financial reporting, ensures Group accounting compliance, and strengthens controllership governance. Supporting the Manager Controllership, the role drives SOX compliance, remediates internal control (ICFR) deficiencies, and coordinates external audits. Key priorities include managing SAP/HFM systems integration, analyzing complex accounting matters, and standardizing financial models across entities to support the 'One Finance' vision.

ROLEACCOUNTABILITIES

• Financial Reporting & GL: Manage General Ledger entries, perform complex reporting calculations (Metals, ORD, Environmental), and ensure monthly income statement and fixed asset compliance.
• Systems & Standards Integration: Execute monthly financial pack uploads into HFM, manage SAP data integrity, and align reported numbers with US GAAP and IFRS standards.
• SOX & Governance: Assist with SOX compliance deliverables, support the remediation of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) deficiencies, and drive a robust controls culture.
• Audit & Statutory Coordination: Draft statutory financial statements, coordinate working papers, and serve as the central point of contact for internal and external auditors.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Africa Shared Service Centre, Financial Business Partnering (FBP) teams, and technical units to resolve critical accounting issues.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Chartered Accountant, or equivalent qualification

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• 3 years in the mining industry and/or associated business fields, and which should include corporate reporting / financial accounting functions
• Sound Financial Reporting, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and US GAAP would be advantageous
• Broad mining exposure
• Strong Excel/TM1 skills and systems knowledge (HFM/SAP)
• Experience of working with cross-functional and geographical teams
• Governance and compliance skills – set organisational standards and processes around governance and compliance
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on detail
• Project Management and Execution – has an understanding of the “bigger picture” and how this drives projects and business cases

BENEFITS SUMMARY

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.

AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability.

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