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Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Who are we?

Sanlam Life Ltd is one of the top financial services providers in the South African market.

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our financial advisors. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our financial advisors to realise their worth.

Our company is built on a respect for what people are worth and an appreciation for what they can become. We know that your worth is infinite and unique – and want to inspire you to realise this worth.

This is why we give each and every person who is contracted at Sanlam the opportunity to make the most of who they are, and to be recognised, respected and rewarded for their capabilities.

The purpose of the role is to provide new and existing clients with professional and relevant financial advice, planning and products (sales) that are suited to their needs and requirements. Undertake the procurement of sustainable business of a high quality, in accordance with the business targets set. Maintain and service these clients as part of a long- term relationship which builds loyalty to the brand and generates ongoing advice and sales. Undertake these activities within a compliant and ethical manner which results in the building and sustaining the Sanlam Group business and brand.

1. Assist in growing the Sanlam Adviser Business

• Be committed to the marketing plans and targets set for growing and developing the business as set forward by the distribution strategy.
• Apply knowledge and understanding of market segmentation and customer profiles to support sales and growth within the defined market.

Undertake relevant behaviours to attain targets relating to:

• Revenue generation (Single and recurring premiums)
• Activity quotas
• Promote the Sanlambrand
• Treating customers fairly to be applied to all client engagements
• Role is aligned to your personal career aspirations

2. Networking, prospecting and leads generation

• Face to face interactions, social or business, to create business opportunities.
• Prospecting of new clients through creative opportunities such as business/social networks, associations or ad hoc presentations.
• Turning trusted relationships into business relationships.
• Strengthening existing relationships by increasing the current service.
• Use existing sources to establish opportunities across Sanlam businesses.
• Personalised client value propositions.
• Marketing on social media.
• Undertake selected client focused activities to generate leads and informal prospecting opportunities.
• Mining of existing client base to identify marketing gaps and sales opportunities within the middle-high and affluent market.
• Structuring and implementing focused campaigns with new or existing clients in the defined market.
• Requesting active and ongoing leads and referrals from others.
• Monitoring and respond to client activities such as maturities, cancelations or surrenders within the defined market.

3.Client consultations and sales

• Ensure all client interactions are compliant in terms of disclosures and advice given (provide written/ electronic information required for compliance).
• Undertake comprehensive fact finding with each client to lift needs and priorities. Document these findings.
• Conduct a financial needs analysis, using the relevant e-tools / instruments or systems, to ascertain the clientââ¬â¢ full financial situation; or utilise the services of a Para-Planner for this. (Draw policy history).
• Provide sound personal financial planning advice.
• Apply financial knowledge in putting together a plan that meets the needs of the client for a balanced portfolio.
• Present financial solutions to the client in a professional and competent manner aligned to Treating Customers Fairly.
• Use relevant processes and system tools to capture analysis information and update records accordingly.
• Review clientâ ⢠portfolio annually by undertaking the above steps.

4. Client Service

• Ensure all client interactions are ethical, courteous and professional.
• Follow-up or refer all existing business queries to be resolved timeously through â Ëback-officeââ support.
• Strive for excellent, value-added service to clients so that they do not seek competitor products or services.
• Undertake continuous learning in terms of knowledge, skills and market/industry issues so as to service clients within the defined market.
• Initiate long term client relationships and maintain a relational focus.

5. Monitor, update and reporting (weekly/monthly)

Document and present the following activities:

• Number and profile of contacts, appointments, consultations.
• Issued business and revenue against targets.
• Update client details on records.
• Appropriate workflow and activity monitor system entries.

Grade 12

Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) "Fit and Proper" requirements and Regulatory Examination successfully completed if registered with Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) for more than 24 months.

Financial advice and support

Production target achievement and budgeting

Compliance and risk management

Client relationship management

Financial planning and recommendations

Communicates effectively - Contributing independently

Tech savvy - Contributing independently

Action orientated - Contributing independently

Interpersonal savvy - Contributing independently

Persuades - Contributing independently

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth.Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Collaborates - Contributing independently

Being resilient - Contributing independently

Drives results - Contributing independently

Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently

Customer focus - Contributing independently

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment as we believe these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.

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SUMMARY:

A reputable and growing business is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive

Accountant (Financial Services)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR006823/Angie

Date posted:

Friday, June 27, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A reputable and growing business is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant , with strong tax experience, to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the full accounting function, tax compliance, and supporting the business with accurate financial reporting and analysis. This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in accounting, paired with a deep understanding of tax legislation and requirements, who is eager to grow in a fast-paced and professional environment.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements
• Handle VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions
• Prepare and submit corporate income tax returns (ITR14)
• Assist with tax planning and ensure compliance with current tax legislation
• Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and perform reconciliations
• Prepare audit packs and liaise with external Auditors during audits
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting
• Assist with SARS correspondence and tax queries
• Ensure that all financial and tax records are maintained in compliance with the relevant regulations
• Provide support on ad hoc finance and tax projects as needed
  
  

• BCom Accounting or similar qualification (SAIPA/SAICA articles advantageous)
• Minimum 3–5 years accounting experience with a strong focus on tax
• Solid knowledge of South African tax laws and regulations
• Experience preparing and submitting SARS tax returns
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, CaseWare, or similar)
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
• Deadline-driven, with good problem-solving skills and initiative
  
  

• Experience with trusts or group structures
• Working knowledge of eFiling and related SARS platforms
• Exposure to IFRS or IFRS for SMEs
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries Advertising Services

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• ✔️ Completed articles (SAICA or SAIPA)
• âœï¸ Experience in Financial Services is essential (Banking, Insurance, Investment, Asset Management, etc.)
• ✔¸ S ong technical accounting, reporting, or regulatory knowledge
• ✠¸mbitious, detail-oriented professionals with a passion for excellence

• Monthly accounting and reporting, including bank reconciliations
• Preparation of CEO reports and month-end packs
• Accurate calculation and processing of commission and remuneration (weekly and monthly)
• Payment submissions and ensuring timeous payouts to agents and intermediaries
• Resolving payroll-related queries from sales teams
• Validating data from the policy administration system and checking commission accuracy
• Supporting the Operational Finance Manager on key deliverables

• Working with numbers and financial systems
• Supporting internal and external stakeholders
• Solving payment or payroll queries
• Maintaining high accuracy and tight deadlines
• Continuously learning and keeping up with industry regulations

• 3-year relevant tertiary qualification (Diploma or Degree preferred)
• 1-5 years' experience in accounting, commissions or payroll admin
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (Dynamics 365 preferred)
• Experience in financial services or insurance will be highly advantageous
• Exposure to intermediary commission structures a plus

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At BDO, we believe in investing in our people to help them grow, both professionally and personally. The foundation of our business is strong relationship, with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders and we work hard every day to make this a reality. Our commitment is to create unlimited growth by giving our people continuous opportunities.

BDO’s global organisation extends across 167 countries and territories, with 88,120 people working out of 1,617 offices - and we’re all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. Our firms across the organisation cooperate closely and comply with consistent operating principles and quality standards.

BDO South Africa has vacancies for Managers to join our Financial Services Advisory Division in our Johannesburg Offices.

The Manager manages work assignments to completion within the allocated time frame and to an appropriate standard (quality). In addition to managing client engagements, the Manager should be able to effectively mentor and coach team members, while having a strong focus on business development and internal initiatives.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Take ownership of, and manages work assignments to completion within the allocated time frame and to an appropriate standard (quality), through:
• proper planning before the assignment,
• appropriate coaching during the assignment,
• attention to quality of the deliverable and the supporting documentation, adequately completing provisions,
• managing the WIP appropriately and within budget, where applicable, billing the engagement, and
• closing the engagement.

• Is an effective project manager
• Track any delays and overruns and raises these at the relevant partner catch-ups and client meetings. Get immediate and timely agreement from the client to overruns.
• Reviews written documents to ensure that they are organised, well-written, referenced and easy to follow.
• Establish effective working relationships directly with key clients and broader BDO stakeholders.
• Bring industry insights and recommendations to the client during client discussions. Ensures value-added delivery to the client driving sustainability of client relationship and work allocation
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• Takes on operational role/s within the business, in addition to allocated client assignments
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• Participate in training efforts
  
  

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• Bsc Computer Science
• CISA, CA(SA) or CRISC
  
  

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• Relationships and Collaboration
• Exceptional Client Service
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• Engaging people
• Leadership
• Quality, Risk management and Operational performance
  
  

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Location: Roodepoort - Office Based
Role: Office Manager
Company: A leading privately owned financial services company boasting 20 years success in the industry. The role of Office Manager is newly created due to the phenomenal growth of the company.

This position offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of a newly created role! The successful candidate will develop office policies and procedures and implement such to ensure the smooth running of this fast-paced business.

Although the company has enjoyed tremendous success over the past 20 years, they have a very entrepreneurial culture and encourage innovation and creativity. To be successful in this role you should have the following traits, skills, and experience:

1. 2 - 5 years in office administration which could include Personal Assistant role.
2. Relevant Diploma, Degree or certification.
3. Super Organized and extreme use of initiative.
4. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Fun and outgoing personality but professional.
6. Proficient in MS Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
7. Loves to take charge (in a nice way).
8. Management of office budget.
9. Management of office support staff.
10. Scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and assisting with travel arrangements.
11. Ordering of equipment and organizing of events.
12. Essentially, a jack of all trades and love it!

R 35 000 - R 40 000 - Monthly

BA Personal as a specialist in our field of expertise with extensive experience in placing niche and specialized roles both Nationally and Globally, is known for attracting and representing high caliber candidates. Our clients are diverse Leaders in their respective Industries and Representatives across all business sectors.

Excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Distribution Sales Manager: TIED FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES with vast product experience to meet growth objectives in all distribution channels in the Life and Wealth, Personal lines and Commercial Lines channels.

Leadership and Direction

• Identify and communicate the actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan within the business area or department; explain the relationship to the broader organization's mission, vision and values; motivate people to commit to these and to doing extraordinary things to achieve local business goals.
• Develop tactical plans for optimizing resources and assets being managed to deliver on the Tied Financial Advisory Services strategy to meet business growth requirements.
• Effectively align channel objectives to overall organizational / business objectives in order to meet profit targets.

Business Planning

• Develop and propose annual business plans for the Tied Financial Advisory Services ensuring alignment with strategy.
• Meet growth objectives in all distribution channels in the Life and Wealth, Personal lines and Commercial Lines channels.
• Recommend financial and headcount budgets; propose business targets (e.g., revenues or other key performance indicators); and schedule key activities/projects, ensuring integration with other elements of the organization.

Stakeholder Engagement (Internal and External)

• Identify and manage stakeholders up to top management level, finding out their needs/issues/concerns and reacting to these by leading and coordinating the development of stakeholder engagement plans to support the communication of business information and decisions.

Promoting Customer Focus

• Manage, monitor and ensure that exceptional customer service is delivered across the distribution channels in the Life and Wealth, Personal lines and Commercial Lines.

Organizational Capability Building

• Evaluate the capabilities of individuals within the department to identify gaps and prioritize development activities. Implement the organization's formal development frameworks within the area of responsibility.
• Coach and mentor others to support the development of the organization's talent pool.

Compliance

• Accountable for planning, monitoring and controlling the Risk and Governance of the distribution channels in the Life and Wealth, Personal lines and Commercial Lines.
• Drive the application of good governance principles and legislative compliance within the environment.

Performance Management

• Manage and report on the performance of the function / business area; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports and hold them accountable for achieving these; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of annual business objectives.

Personal Capability Building

• Maintain external accreditations and in-depth understanding of current and emerging technologies, external regulation, and industry best practices through continuing professional development, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Sell complex, often customized products and services to significant customers and/or manage a significant sales department.

General Education

• Grade 12/ SAQA Accredited Equivalent (Essential); FAIS accredited NQF5 (120 credits) (Essential); KI Regulatory Examination (Essential); Full product holding accreditation (Essential); CFP (Advantageous); Business Related Degree (Advantageous); Management and/or coaching qualification (Advantageous)

General Experience

• 8 or more years' experience managing a sales-driven team or multi-teams in the financial sector (Essential); Experience within life and wealth long-term insurance industry (Essential); Previous Tied Agent Experience (Advantageous)

Managerial Experience

• 5 or more years' regional or multi-team managerial experience within a financial services environment (Essential)

Reference: JHB000965-HLG-1
Location: Roodepoort - Office based.
This privately owned company is a leading player in the financial services industry. They are looking for a Sales Administrator who will report to the Head of Sales (also a shareholder in the business) and support him in all aspects of sales administration. The company offers a secure role within a fast-paced, forward-thinking, and innovative environment.

The successful candidate should have strong sales administration skills gained within a business-to-business (as opposed to business-to-consumer) financial services company.
Additionally, you should have a matric certificate and ideally an RE5 qualification.
You should be self-managed with strong use of initiative.
Skills required are excellent analytical skills, good numeric/statistical skills, and enjoyment in researching.
You should possess excellent English (written and verbal) with the ability to interact with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels, especially senior executive level.
Specific traits for the role include but are not limited to the following:

• Problem-solving mindset
• Proactive
• Good use of initiative
• Highly organized

R 15 000 - R 25 000 - Monthly

• ✅ e a registered CA(SA);
• ✠Have strong post-articles experience in Financial Services;
• ✠Bring technical excellence in financial reporting, controls & strategy; and
• ✠Are ready to step into a role where your leadership adds real value.