Financial Accountant (Insurance / Financial Services Experience Required)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Currently in search of a Financial Accountant who will be responsible for preparing financial reports for the assigned business units

Qualifications, Experience & Competencies

Minimum Qualifications

• B. Com Accounting or related qualification
• Completed Articles

Experience and Knowledge required

• Minimum of 4 to 6 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in Insurance or Financial services is key.
• Thorough understanding of IFRS, VAT and Income Tax

Skills and competence required

• Strong analytical skills
• Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision
• MS Office with solid Excel skills (intermediate)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage changing priorities and competing demands

Key Performance Areas:

• Process accounting entries and prepare monthly management accounts in compliance with Group reporting timelines.
• Prepare monthly petty cash, bank and GL reconciliations.
• Prepare commentary on the financial results to provide insights to Management.
• Reconcile intercompany balances and prepare related confirmations.
• Compile supporting documentation and schedules required for external and internal audits.
• Support the implementation of internal controls, report financial discrepancies and errors.
• Assist in the implementation of the ERP system.