Senior Group Accountant

SUMMARY:
Calling all Group Accountants! Its time to "group up" and chat! One of the biggest insurers in Africa is recruiting a Senior Group Accountant.

POSITION INFO:
THIS ROLE CAN BE BASED IN CAPE TOWN OR GAUTENG!

This amazing insurer is seeking a seasoned financial professional ready to make their mark as a Senior Group Accountant! You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our financial reporting and consolidation processes. If you're a qualified CA with a passion for IFRS reporting and a drive for operational efficiency, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing and reviewing group consolidated accounts for each reporting period for EXCO and the Board.
• Review subsidiary financial statements.
• Assist with technical queries and the preparation/review of technical documentation.
• Prepare and review key reporting deliverables as part of the reporting process.
• Assist in ensuring effective liaison, planning, and cooperation during year-end, interims, and quarterly reporting with key contributors and stakeholders.
• Act as a key support to the Group IFRS Accounting Manager in planning and delivering team deliverables.
• Support financial managers throughout the reporting process.
• Liaise with external audit providers.
• Manage query processes and ensure accurate resolution of queries.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Positively influence and participate in change initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous innovation through the development, sharing, and implementation of new ideas.
• Identify solutions to enhance cost-effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.

• Qualified CA with at least 5 years post articles experience.
• Solid experience with IFRS reporting.
• Experience with Reporting and Consolidations at a group level.
• Experience working with EXCO and senior stakeholders is highly preferable.
• Experience in an insurance or Financial Services environment is advantageous.
• Cognos Controller experience is advantageous.

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