Technical Accounting Specialist

SuperGroup International; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Cover

Medical Aid Subsidy

Retirement Annuity Subsidy

Income Continuation Benefit

Funeral Fund Benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Super Group in Cape Town seeks a Technical Accounting Specialist to own the Group's accounting policy and provide IFRS guidance for accurate financial reporting. You will drive policy governance, mentor business units and support external audits with robust technical documentation.

The role requires a CA(SA) or equivalent, 5-7 years in technical accounting or policy writing, and a strong IFRS background. A hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits support your growth.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) or equivalent accounting qualification.
• 5-7 years experience in technical accounting or policy writing.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience drafting accounting manuals or technical memos.
• Experience working with external auditors and managing audit processes.
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the Group Accounting Policy Manual, ensuring alignment with IFRS.
• Provide IFRS technical guidance and practical accounting treatments.
• Ensure consolidated financial results comply with IFRS and disclosures are accurate.
• Support external auditors with technical accounting matters and documentation.
• Monitor new standards and translate updates into internal guidance.
• Collaborate with operational finance, tax, treasury, and legal teams.

Skills

IFRS Guidance

Policy Writing

Stakeholder Management

Technical Writing

Audit Support

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent

Job description

## Technical Accounting SpecialistApply: Hybrid: Cape Town: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR13121Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation.**Who we are**We’re Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands, including Betway and Jackpot City. We’re a powerhouse built on decades of expertise and we’re changing the game for good. Our mission is to give our customers a superclass entertainment experience.**Who we’re looking for**We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At Super Group, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar.Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary.**Why we need you**We’re building experiences that wow our customers – and that starts with bold, curious people who want to do work that matters.If you’re hungry to grow, excited by impact and ready for a challenge that will supercharge your career, this could be your moment.As our Technical Accounting Specialist, you’ll play a key part in owning the Group’s accounting policies and providing IFRS technical guidance to ensure accurate, compliant, and consistent financial reporting across the organisation. Your drive and ideas will help us move faster, improve smarter, and stay ahead of the game.**What you’ll do**You’ll take ownership of work that gives us our competitive edge, including:**Group Accounting Policy & Governance*** Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Group Accounting Policy Manual* Establish clear, practical accounting guidance for business units* Ensure alignment between policy, IFRS requirements, and business application* Drive consistent application of accounting policies across all entities.**Technical Accounting Advisory*** Act as the subject matter expert on IFRS and complex accounting matters* Prepare technical accounting papers and position memos* Support business units in applying appropriate accounting treatments.**Financial Reporting Compliance*** Ensure the Group’s consolidated financial results are technically compliant with IFRS* Review financial statements and disclosures for technical accuracy* Support the preparation of annual and interim financial reports* Identify and mitigate technical accounting risks.**New Standards & IFRS Implementation*** Monitor new and amended accounting standards* Assess their impact on the Group and support implementation* Translate IFRS updates into actionable internal guidance* Assist with training finance teams on new requirements.**Audit & Risk Management*** Support engagement with external auditors on technical accounting matters* Provide robust technical documentation and analysis* Contribute to reducing audit findings and technical reporting risks* Strengthen governance and internal controls over financial reporting.**Stakeholder Support*** Partner with operational finance, tax, treasury, and legal teams* Provide clear, practical guidance on complex transactions* Drive understanding and consistent application of accounting treatments.**Training & Communication*** Conducting workshops and training sessions on accounting policies.* Developing quick-reference guides and FAQs for policy users.* Ensuring policies are accessible and understandable to non-technical users.This list covers your core responsibilities – with plenty of room to stretch, explore and take on new challenges as we grow.**What you’ll bring**You’re someone who brings:* CA(SA) or equivalent accounting qualification.* 5-7 years experience in technical accounting or policy writing* Strong understanding of IFRS and regulatory frameworks.* Experience in drafting accounting manuals or technical memos.* Experience working with external auditors and managing audit processes.* Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.* Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.* Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations.* Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals.* Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope.**Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve**It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:* In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends.* Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations.* Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards.* Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies.* Familiarity with SOX Compliance, or compliance within a listed environment.* Hands-on experience with business and financial software preferred.* MS Dynamics Business Central.* FloQast, IBM Planning Analytics (TM1/Cognos) and Workiva are a plus.**Our values are non-negotiables**Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.These competencies are:* Adaptability* Ownership and accountability* Initiating action* Resilience* Team orientation* Integrity* Innovation**What you’ll get back**We invest in your growth and wellbeing, so you can bring your best:* **Supergrowth is real here.** Our learning and development programmes give you the tools, training and opportunities to level up fast.* **Your progress matters**. Our Performance tool ensures you get meaningful feedback to support your development and superdrive your career.* **Support that has your back**. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers resources for you and your family.* Group Life Cover* Funeral Fund Benefit* Income Continuation Benefit* Medical Aid Subsidy* Retirement Annuity Subsidy**Ready to feel superclass?**At Super Group, your experience matters. We’re honest, fair, and focused on helping you succeed – and your work will have real impact from day one.***Game on!***This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.