354 Financial Data jobs in South Africa

Overview

Your Team Responsibilities

As an Analyst within MSCI’s Private Capital Solutions Transactions Team, you will play a critical role in transforming raw private capital data into valuable, high-quality analytics used by institutional asset owners and managers. This includes the identification, extraction, reconciliation, and validation of client-level and fund-level transactions, valuations, and performance metrics with direct linkage to indexing and portfolio analytics. You will support core deliverables while developing technical expertise, growing client acumen, and contributing to scalable data operations.

• Review and analyze private capital fund documentation (e.g. capital account statements, notices, and reports) to accurately capture cash flows, valuations, and performance metrics data.
• Apply an understanding of complex fund structures and methodologies used in private capital reporting.
• Maintain and update client-specific datasets to ensure accurate investment book of records.
• Support monthly and quarterly reconciliation processes with internal quality control checkpoints.
• Work directly with Client Services to resolve discrepancies and answer client inquiries regarding transaction or valuation data.
• Work collaboratively across PCS teams to resolve operational challenges, participate in peer reviews, and uphold quality standards.
• Provide suggestions for workflow enhancements and automation to improve process efficiency.
• Participate in special projects including new client transitions, platform migrations, or service development pilots.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Investments, Accounting, Economics, or related disciplines
• Familiarity with private capital investment structures and fund-level data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with databases such as Python or SQL are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work with numerical data and documentation with strong attention to detail.

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

To all recruitment agencies
MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.

Note on recruitment scams
We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com

• Acquire a thorough understanding of the TPM platform with a focus on Liquid Market and Private Capital transparency data, as well as the rest of the PCS product suite, and how our products fit into client’s organizations and their processes.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the asset management industry, as well as a deep understanding of the TPM platform to be able to deliver creative solutions to our clients. Provide best practices and work with clients to develop their system use strategy
• Provide first – tier data support, addressing fund level data related inquiries via email, phone calls and Microsoft teams meeting for key clients.
• Coordinate with teams internally to achieve end to end fulfillment of requests. This involves determining and defining each project plan, scoping, and objective setting for each client involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Develop various documents, materials, and reporting templates to facilitate the successful execution of each client’s data utilizing best practices, techniques, and standards
• Support the smooth execution of clients’ transparency data requirements, including managing custom data needs.
• Focus on bringing all necessary stakeholders across departments to address gaps and pain-points in data fulfillment and provide ongoing maintenance and support via client service or clients directly as necessary
• Proactively examine all data, processes, and technologies to evaluate the current state and critical problems for clients.

• Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Economics, or similar field a plus, but not required).
• 2-4 years of finance, accounting, or investment experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Portfolio analysis, performance measurement, or domain expertise in investment analytics a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel a plus.
• Progress towards CFA, CAIA, CIPM, or FRM is a plus.
• Training, consulting, or client presentation experience a plus.

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

To all recruitment agencies

MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.

Note on recruitment scams

We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com

The Analyst, Private Capital Data Solutions is responsible for aggregation and reporting of underlying portfolio company investments of private capital investment partnerships. Data is compiled by the examination and analysis of direct fund manager reporting and other sources. This information is compiled on behalf of institutional asset owner clients, who use the information for transparency into portfolio composition and analysis of exposure and risk.

Detailed review and analysis of private capital partnership financial statements to compile and maintain specific holdings details
Become familiar with a wide variety of methodologies of tracking investments, valuations, and proceeds
Perform audit and other quality control functions for the content set
Effectively communicate details of reporting and compilation methodologies in response to client-directed questions and requests
Meet personal and team deadlines through collaboration with team members

Detail oriented analytical mindset
Results-focused self-starter - Positive attitude and desire to learn
Familiarity with MS Excel and MS Word - Graduated or completing a bachelor’s degree within 3 months of hire
Major in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Technology, Mathematics are considered a plus
Familiarity with financial markets, Accounting, and private capital
Familiarity with Excel macros, pivot-tables, VBA, MS Access, and database concepts

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

To all recruitment agencies

MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.

Note on recruitment scams

We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com

Overview

Our client is a global energy business and they are looking for an ACCA/ACA qualified Accountant with team management experience. You should have significant post qualification experience of financial accounting and statutory reporting, gained in a commercial environment (10+ years).

• Proven track record of leading and managing teams of finance professionals
• Advanced user of Excel & SAP required, working knowledge of OneSource preferred.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK & US GAAP accounting standards
• Manage the financial accounting team of 4 and co-ordinate the month-end close process, ensuring timely & accurate internal corporate reporting.
• Responsible for meeting all statutory reporting and external audit requirements for European entities, in a timely and compliant manner.
• Ensure a strong controls environment, maintaining and documenting SOX controls and completing SOX testing on a timely basis.
• Lead and manage the statutory accounts process for all of the business' entities in Europe, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant reporting. Manage the local relationship with our external auditors KPMG.
• Co-ordinate audits and manage the timely submission of all analysis, schedules and documentation on the ‘Prepared by client’ list.
• Prepare statutory accounts as required, with supporting schedules and documentation to meet all external audit requirements.
• Manage the HQ accounting function for the region. Coordinate the month-end close process, ensuring integrity of the data in accounting system, SAP. Ensure all internal close and reporting deadlines are met. Keep up-to-date with accounting standards, interpret and apply new standards for the region, as required.
• Manage the accounting process for all local corporate activity such as company creations and closures, dividends, capital actions and intercompany. Complete pension analysis, deferred credits and charges reports on a monthly basis. Oversees the accounting for legal & environmental reserves, currency, JV, ad valorem tax and employee benefit analysis.
• Lead and manage the financial accounting team, setting performance expectations, providing feedback, direction and coaching.
• Lead ad hoc financial accounting projects & analysis to support the European business. Examples include acquisition accounting, buy or sell side M&A accounting support, going concern cash flow forecasting.
• Ensure a strong control environment, making sure all SOX controls are well maintained and documented. Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations and other key financial controls are executed to a high standard and on a timely basis.
• Leverage systems and technology to streamline processes to ensure efficient use of the team's time. Foster a culture of continuous improvement.

• ACCA/ACA qualified with significant post-qualification experience in financial accounting and statutory reporting in a commercial environment (10+ years).
• Strong team management experience.
• Advanced Excel and SAP; working knowledge of OneSource preferred.
• Knowledge of UK and US GAAP accounting standards.

• Type: Permanent
• Location: East London
• Salary: £100,000 - £105,000 per annum
• Date: 4 Dec 2024
• Email:
• Ref: db

Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced Reporting Manager – IFRS 17 to join their Finance team and lead financial reporting processes aligned with IFRS 17 standards.

This role requires strong technical expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to drive efficiencies in financial reporting processes.

• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Prepare and submit IFRS 17 financial statements, ensure compliance, and oversee monthly, quarterly & annual reporting.
• Process Improvement & Automation: Enhance IFRS 17 frameworks, optimise data flows & automation, and strengthen financial controls & reconciliations.
• Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with actuarial and IT teams, provide technical IFRS 17 training, and support senior management with insights.
• Data & Systems Management: Ensure data & actuarial valuation align with IFRS 17 and oversee data validation & reconciliation.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom Accounting / Finance
• BCom Honours Accounting (CTA)
• Fully Qualified

• 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, with a strong focus on IFRS 4 and IFRS 17.
• 2 - 4 years experience within the sector (Life and / or Non-life).

• Knowledge of insurance products, regulatory regimes (SAM, IFRS 17), and actuarial valuation processes.
• In-depth understanding and practical experience with IFRS 17 implementation and reporting.
• Ability to drive process improvements and enhance reporting efficiencies.
• Proficiency in financial reporting systems.

Are you a highly skilled professional with a passion for financial reporting and compliance? We would love to hear from you!

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.

Overview

Job title : Financial Reporting Manager

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : September 30, 2025

• This role reports to the Senior Commercial Manager
• The Financial Reporting Manager plays a pivotal role in managing the and overseeing the financial accounting and reporting section.
• The annual financial statements are accurate and in compliance with IFRS and relevant laws and regulations and advising the business on accounting matters.
• To ensure not only technical compliance with all appropriate accounting standards and reporting regulations but also ensuring strict management of the tax compliance activities in the countries in which the company operates, inclusive of any budgeting, forecasting and other financial planning activities.
• To enhance the existing financial, accounting and control systems, policies, and procedures with an insight of using technology systems to maximize efficiencies.
• Optimises the effectiveness of the section by analysing trends and implementing action to ensure optimal process and performance standards.
• Build and maintain network across a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Formulates clear deliverables for the financial reporting section.

Management of Finance reporting team

• Manage a team of direct reports and ensure that the team is resourced and capable of supporting businesses with technical accounting questions as they arise

Financial reporting and statutory returns

• Review the submission of the monthly, interim, and annual HFM / AFC reporting and ensuring adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards, company standards and legislative / regulatory requirements.
• Accurate and complete presentation of the Company’s cash position and dividend value for declaration to shareholders.
• Manage the preparation of cash flows, forecasting and reporting.
• Accurate and complete presentation of financial reporting, compliance and regulations
• Formulates the accounting policies of the company in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and aligns to Group policies and presents to the financial manager for approval.

• Accurate and complete presentation of statutory reporting
• Prepares the budget, forecast and annual income tax pack and tax liability of the company.

• Payroll Accounting: Effective management of the payroll accounting requirements
• External and Internal Audits: Manage the external and internal audits of the company
• Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment: Manage the total quarterly vendor spend based on the preliminary split of vendor spend and report to procurement pillar lead.
• Respect and ethical standards: Maintains high ethical standards both personally and professionally

Formal qualifications :

• CA (SA) with 3 years of post-article experience and solid exposure to accounting and corporate taxation
• Appropriate Honours Finance or Commercial qualification would be considered

Essential :

• Experience in consolidations, interim and year-end reporting
• Experience with analysis and benchmarking of financial / business data
• Demonstrated experience working within a team to deliver against set targets
• Track record in driving continuous improvement

• 3 years’ experience in management capacity
• Advanced Accounting Package / Software and Systems knowledge and skills - HFM, HSF / OneStream and SAP.
• Proven track record of practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity.
• Advanced Financial Reporting and Consolidation knowledge.
• Advanced knowledge and application of IFRS.
• Financial analysis aptitude and ability to provide quality recommendations and solutions
• International travel may be required.

• Closing Date : 05September, 2025
• Accounting / Financial Services jobs

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Financial Reporting at Emerald based in Fourways Johannesburg.

The Head of Financial Reporting takes overall responsibility to produce financial reports, financial statements, budgets and forecasts. This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer, and responsibilities also include overseeing tax matters, regulatory, investment and projects.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing completion of monthly trial balances, underwriting results and reporting to internal and external parties.
• Reinsurance accounting, including review of reinsurance credit control.
• Reconciliation of IFRS 4 vs IFRS 17 results (transition).
• Overseeing the VAT and income tax payment processes.
• Monthly management accounts preparation and presentation to Exco.
• Review of group reporting financial pack.
• Overseeing Group and internal projects.
• Preparation of annual financial statements.
• Preparation of annual tax return.
• Developing and maintaining budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Regulatory reporting and compliance.
• Banking and investments – authorization of payments and managing investments.
• Peer Review - Internal review of Underwriting, Claims and SASRIA matters.
• Overseeing External and Internal auditors.
• Leading, overseeing, guiding and developing the finance team in an inspiring environment with open communication culture.
• Discover training needs and provide coaching for the finance team.

• Relevant bachelor’s degree and post graduate qualification
• Minimum 10 years working experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, IFRS and tax
• Technical skills: short term insurance and reinsurance accounting (non-negotiable)
• SAICA articles would be an advantage

• Excellent ability to problem-solve, along with solid analytical skills.
• Strong level of accuracy and self-review
• Ability to work at the conceptual as well as detailed level.
• Ability to review data and make relevant management decisions.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Interpersonal skills, to lead, influence and motivate.
• Leading Self – taking ownership for own performance and decisions.
• High level of self-discipline and responsible individual
• Focused and results-oriented, driven by excellence, and a change agent.

Reference: JHB -SS-1

Are you passionate about numbers and driving financial success? Do you thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment? If so, our client wants YOU to join their team as a Financial Manager: Reporting!

The purpose of the job involves proficient understanding of IFRS in the preparation of financial reports and technical accounting memos to meet regulatory and legislative requirements.

Contribute to the success of a leading property company that is reshaping the landscape of real estate and making a positive impact on communities. Be part of a company that values creativity and innovation, where your ideas are not just heard but embraced and implemented.

Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice is valued, and collaboration is celebrated.

• Provide technical accounting support to group companies and drive the implementation of IFRS
• Produce interim and year-end reports
• Produce and analyse monthly management accounts
• Prepare the consolidated Group and subsidiary financial statements
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly board packs
• Assist in the preparation of the integrated annual report
• Assist in the preparation of analyst presentation
• Provide information for the preparation and analysis of the annual budget and quarterly forecasting process
• Ensure that all administrative and adhoc duties associated with the role are completed as per legislative requirements and internal procedures.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCompt Degree (Accounting)
• Honours Degree / CTA
• CA(SA)

• Completed SAICA Articles
• 2 years post articles experience
• IFRS experience is a MUST.

• Adhering to principles and values
• Adapting and responding to change
• Applying expertise and technology
• Analysing, planning and organising
• Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
• Presenting and communicating information

A leading manufacturing company, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services to customers globally, is looking for a Reporting Financial Manager based in KwaZulu-Natal.

Job & Company Description:
We are looking for a skilled Reporting Financial Manager who is a qualified Chartered Accountant (South Africa) to oversee our client's financial reporting processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of accounting principles and practices. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of the organization and drive strategic decision-making through accurate and timely financial reporting.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• CA(SA)
• Minimum of 3 years
• Financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Manufacturing, or similar hardcore industry preferred

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Group Reporting
• Consolidations
• Analysis

Package & Remuneration:
R - R - Annually

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more information contact:
Onthatile Diutloileng on
Recruitment Consultant: CA(SA) AND General Finance