SENIOR GROUP ACCOUNTANT (HYBRID) - R900k-R720k pa - SEA POINT
ROLE:
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.
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
OUTCOMES
- 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.
Requirements
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. Demonstrated capability to handle all aspects of the accounting
function without additional support staff, showing extreme discipline and
reliability in managing deadlines and responsibilities.
- 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. Proactive in
identifying potential problems and implementing preventative measures.
- 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. Flexible
and open to new ideas and approaches.
- Discipline,
Reliability and Work ethic: Consistently exhibit a high level of discipline
in executing tasks and adhering to procedures. Demonstrate a strong work ethic
by being a hard worker who is willing to put in extra effort as needed to
ensure the success of the accounting function and organisation. Show dedication
to meeting deadlines, ensuring dependable performance in all aspects of the
role.
- Proactiveness
and Initiative: Demonstrate a willingness to go beyond standard
expectations by proactively identifying areas for improvement and taking the initiative
to address them. Show commitment to exceeding performance goals and
contributing to the organisation’s success through exceptional effort and
innovation.
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
- Compensation is highly dependent on experience,
skills, and overall competence.
- Annual CTCC between R900k-R720k incl quarterly
discretionary bonus.
Benefits
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