Job Description

A global company that specialises in publishing is looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant.

Founded in London, the company has since expanded to offices in over 50 countries worldwide. The reporting accountant role is to assess the accuracy and completeness of the financial information being reported, and to ensure that it is in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.

Our client is also committed to sustainability and corporate responsibility, with initiatives aimed at reducing their environmental impact and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the company and the broader industry.

Duties:

• Ensure reporting is in line with International Financial Reporting Standards and group policies.
• Produce board packs, monthly management accounts and reports.
• Produce budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Assist with submission to group in HFM.
• Implement improvements to the way we report and improve efficiency.
• Keep abreast of changes in IFRS, financial regulations and legislation.
• Respond to group and management queries.
• Assist with year-end process and auditor queries.
• Liaise with relevant parties regarding results and variance analysis.
• Other ad-hoc projects as they arise.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom and CTA
• CA(SA)

Experience:

• 3 yearsxe2x80x99 SAICA external audit experience
• Experience in manufacturing, media or entertainment industry
• Strong Microsoft Office skills - minimum of Advanced skills for Excel
• Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and Syspro knowledge (advantageous)

Skills & Competencies:

• High intellect with exceptional financial analysis and data interpretation skills.
• Strong technical accounting skills.
• Well-organised administration and process discipline.
• Internal controls knowledge.
• Commercial minded with intuitive grasp of business economics and commercial strategy.
• Ability to multi-task/crisis manage and manage tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills - persuasive and imaginative.
• Independent minded with energetic and collaborative disposition.

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information contact:
Shouneez Scheepers
Principal Recruiter: Finance and IT

For more information please contact:

Shouneez Scheepers

Salix Recruitment