About the job

Excellent opportunity to join a talented international team, with a strategic remit. Long term we are aiming for one role in South Africa, however immediately we are considering applications for interim cover in the UK, either London or from a Regional Base.

OVERALL PURPOSE

Reporting to the Group Head of Financial Reporting, the Consolidation Financial Accountant will assist with the timely and accurate production of monthly consolidated financial statements.

PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

•  Maintain the consolidation model on a monthly basis
•  Ensure adequate controls and processes are in place to confirm that consolidation eliminations are complete and accurate
•  Investigate any reconciliation items and liaise with the financial accountants to get them corrected
•  Assist with the preparation of the Group financial statements, in compliance with IFRS, at year end including all the relevant note production
• Assist with the preparation of finance management packs for the shareholder reporting
•  Assist with the preparation of reports for the Audit Committee
•  Provide technical guidance on new accounting standards that could impact the Group or impact the current debt Covenants
• Provide technical guidance on the accounting for any new business structures or acquisitions which could impact the Group
•  Assist with the production of financial covenant data for reporting to the banks and for ensuring on going compliance with all covenant requirements
•  Assist with the management of cash within the Group, considering funding requirements between entities and assisting with the implementation of a cash sweep process
• Support the implementation of any new group accounting systems
• Document all IFRS policies and procedures to ensure that processes are applied consistently across all Group entities.
• Provide training to the financial accounting team on new accounting standards or reporting requirements.
• Assist with the month end close, including balance sheet reconciliations, of certain key financial entities in the Group

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

•  Qualified CA (SA) with several years PQE
•  Detailed knowledge of large consolidation processes (50+ entities)
• Strong technical background with experience of financial reporting under IFRS, including the preparation of consolidated financial statements
•  Previous Financial Services experience preferable
•  Previous experience implementing new accounting standards preferable

SKILLS

• Excellent technical accounting skills
•  Good knowledge of different account systems knowledge of NavOne would be an advantage
•  Ability to manipulate large amounts of data from different data sources
• Advanced Excel skills preferably with Power Pivot and Power BI. Macros would be an advantage
•  Excellent attention to detail
•  Highly numerate, with excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build effective working relationships and influence change
•  Team player who is willing to help others and collaborate to achieve the goals of the finance team
•  Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines