Job Description

Finance Accountant CA (Reporting & Compliance) POS25289
Location: Midrand
Salary: R 550 000 to R 650 000 per annum (depending on experience)
Requirements:

• CA(SA)
• 1 year of post-articles experience or prior commercial experience outside of audit.
• Experience in managing or supervising a team will be an advantage.
• At least 5 years' experience in an accounting role
• Language Skills: Portuguese speaking (advantageous)
• International Experience: Cross-border/international experience - Middle East and Africa (advantageous)
• Proficient in MS Office and databases and Advanced Excel Skills
• Buildsmart experience is advantageous - data input and review
• Deadline-driven with ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong administrative skills
• Awareness of Competency-Based Assessment
• Competency-Based Training
• Instructional Design awareness
• Excellent presentation and oral presentation skills
• Effective negotiation and persuasion skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly reporting: Prepare individual trial balances and monthly financial reports in collaboration with the Head of Financial Reporting and Compliance.
• Annual Financial Statements (AFS): Responsible for preparation across all entities, including group consolidation, supporting documentation, and audit trails.
• Financial analysis: Compile overhead and sector reports, conduct preliminary variance analysis, and raise queries where necessary.
• Bonding and guarantees: Manage administration, monthly updates, and acquisition of new bonds/guarantees as needed.
• VAT: Review for accuracy and compliance, ensure timely submission and reporting.
• Balance sheet reconciliations: Review for statutory compliance and monitor outstanding items to ensure timely resolution.
• Photocopier management: Oversee group-wide photocopier-related finance matters.
• Asset management: Reconcile the Finance Fixed Asset Register (FAR) with the GCAD department FAR.
• Support new jurisdiction setups: Assist with BuildSmart, banking, accounting, and policy alignment to ensure compliance.
• Payment oversight: Review and release all South African and international payments.
• Project list maintenance: Ensure accurate records of active and closed projects, including supporting documentation.
• BuildSmart entries: Review "Direct" entries prepared by the creditors team.
• Rental agreements: Review and approve agreements prior to sign-off.
• Credit applications: Review and approve applications prior to sign-off.
• Team oversight: Review and approve work submitted by team members.
• Perform other ad hoc duties as required by the role.

How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take your career to the next level, please send your updated CV to .
Use reference: Senior Financial Accountant - Reporting and Compliance - POS25289 the subject line of your email.
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