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SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to prepare financial reports of the organisation. The role assists the Head of Finance with supervision of finance professionals including graduate trainee(s). We have a permanent role in Centurion.

Financial Reporting Accountant

Recruiter:

The Hiring House

Job Ref:

JHB000658/SM

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to prepare financial reports of the organisation. The role assists the Head of Finance with supervision of finance professionals including graduate trainee(s). We have a permanent role in Centurion.

POSITION INFO:

Key Performance Areas

• Prepare and/or file Statutory returns (PROV TAX and ITR14)
• Review the audit file
• Prepare stakeholder reports (Board and management, Dtic, Prudential
• Authority, Financial Sector Conduct Authority, National Treasury and SARB);
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts;
• Preparation of the corporate annual financial statements in accordance to IFRS and the company's accounting policies
• Coordination of the audit process and liaison with internal and external auditors;
• Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards e.g. preparation of the implementation plan and related deliverables
• Co-develops the required best practice, systems and procedures to achieve business goals.
• Assist with adhoc assignments as requested by the Head of Finance or CFO
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• An Accounting degree with articles
• CA(SA) or CIMA is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years working experience (3 years of articles and 2 years post article experience in a financial institution)
  
  

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• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

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

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Reference: NFE007055-LN-1

Are you a Qualified CA(SA) with 1 year post article experience and looking to take the next step in your career?

Duties & Responsibilities

Job & Company Description:
I am a Specialist Consultant that specializes in placing Finance professionals. Our client is recruiting for a Financial Reporting Accountant that will be responsible for financial reporting and financial analysis.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• CA(SA)
• 0 to 1 years post article experience

Duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare financial statements
• Financial reporting and analysis
• Corporate finance
• Consolidation
• IFRS
• Financial planning
• Audit support

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Package & Remuneration

R 8000 - R 85000 - Annually

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Reference: NFU011074-NBh-1

A well-established FMCG company based in Johannesburg is seeking a proactive and dynamic Financial Reporting Accountant to join their team.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job & Company Description:
This opportunity offers significant potential for professional growth and success in the financial field. Responsibilities include exposure to various financial aspects such as accounting, accounts payable, cost accounting, and treasury functions. Key duties involve providing financial reports, interpreting statements, recommending actions, and ensuring accuracy and reliability. Additionally, tasks encompass managing monthly closing processes, analyzing costs and pricing, reviewing payroll, maintaining fixed asset registers, reconciling bank and creditor accounts, and addressing tax-related matters.

Education

• CA(SA)

Job Experience & Skills Required

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar environment
• Exposure to FMCG or Retail
• Knowledge of best practices in internal controls
• Solid understanding of local employment legislation and policies
• Commercial awareness
• MS Office and advanced Excel skills
• Strong reporting
• Ability to work in a fast moving, high pressured environment

Package & Remuneration

R 750 000 - R 850 000 - Annually

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Reporting Line: Head of Financial Controlling

Internal & External Vacancy

Full Time

Durban

Posted: 31 Mar 2025

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible but not limited to:

General Responsibilities

1. Preparation of monthly management accounts.
2. Preparation of monthly instalment sales and review IFRS 16 amortisation schedules.
3. Responsible for forecasting, estimates and budgeting.
4. Monthly HFM Reporting and OS reporting.
5. Processing and reviewing journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
6. Review of FAR and preparation of movement schedules.
7. Review of Purchase Orders (POs) for accuracy and correct treatment.
8. Preparation of results summary for distribution to managers.
9. Follow up and improve standard operating processes.
10. Review weekly forecast.
11. Assist with monthly reporting requirements and compilation of reports required for reporting.
12. Reconcile all Balance Sheet accounts applicable.
13. Following up on outstanding items/ highlighting key concerns to finance officers.
14. Responsible for the completion of audit requests / engagement with auditors.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Operate as support to the general finance team.
2. Enhancement of current processes to streamline efficiencies.
3. Ad-hoc exercises in terms of analysis may be required from time to time.
4. Responsible for consolidating budgets and estimates.
5. Support and guide finance team on tax implications.
6. Preparation of monthly tax entries.
7. Assist with internal and external audit requests.
8. Be involved in ad hoc projects.

REQUIREMENTS

We invite applications from candidates who meet the following minimum requirements:

Qualification: Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience working in an accounting environment.

Required skills:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of financial processes with a link to operational dynamics.
2. Able to conceptualize systems specifications.
3. Analytical and able to innovate in determining solutions.
4. Able to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
5. Demonstrates an ability to command respect from all stakeholders / departments, to create a working environment encouraging performance while minimizing conflict.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with a quick turnaround time.
7. Collaborator and support to the team.

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Attention Finance Professionals with ENR/Mining Expertise!

Dive into an exciting opportunity within the dynamic Mining industry as a Financial Accountant. Take the next step in your career with a role that offers growth, challenge, and impact.

Duties & Responsibilities

A global leader within the Mining industry is recruiting for the skills of a Finance Professional to join their team as a Financial Accountant. This organization strives to grow their employees within their careers. This is your chance to shape the future of finance and drive unparalleled success for their clients.

• Annual reporting
• Statutory financial statements
• Consolidation calculations
• Year end reporting
• Audits

Education

• Completed BCom Accounting degree
• Honours degree (highly beneficial)
• Completed SAICA articles

Job Experience & Skills Required

• ENR / Mining / Oil and Gas audit clients
• Strong Excel knowledge

Package & Remuneration

R 700 000 - R 800 000 - Annually

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.

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Key Performance Areas
- Prepare and/or file Statutory returns (PROV TAX and ITR14)
- Review the audit file
- Prepare stakeholder reports (Board and management, Dtic, Prudential
- Authority, Financial Sector Conduct Authority, National Treasury and SARB);
- Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts;
- Preparation of the corporate annual financial statements in accordance to IFRS and the company's accounting policies
- Coordination of the audit process and liaison with internal and external auditors;
- Assist with the implementation of new accounting standards e.g. preparation of the implementation plan and related deliverables
- Co-develops the required best practice, systems and procedures to achieve business goals.
- Assist with adhoc assignments as requested by the Head of Finance or CFO

Qualifications & Experience
- An Accounting degree with articles
- CA(SA) or CIMA is preferred
- Minimum of 5 years working experience (3 years of articles and 2 years post article experience in a financial institution)

Reporting Line: Head of Financial Controlling

Internal & External Vacancy

Full Time

Durban

Posted: 31 Mar 2025

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible but not limited to:

General Responsibilities

1. Preparation of monthly management accounts.
2. Preparation of monthly instalment sales and review IFRS 16 amortisation schedules.
3. Responsible for forecasting, estimates and budgeting.
4. Monthly HFM Reporting and OS reporting.
5. Processing and reviewing journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
6. Review of FAR and preparation of movement schedules.
7. Review of Purchase Orders (POs) for accuracy and correct treatment.
8. Preparation of results summary for distribution to managers.
9. Follow up and improve standard operating processes.
10. Review weekly forecast.
11. Assist with monthly reporting requirements and compilation of reports required for reporting.
12. Reconcile all Balance Sheet accounts applicable.
13. Following up on outstanding items/ highlighting key concerns to finance officers.
14. Responsible for the completion of audit requests / engagement with auditors.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Operate as support to the general finance team.
2. Enhancement of current processes to streamline efficiencies.
3. Ad-hoc exercises in terms of analysis may be required from time to time.
4. Responsible for consolidating budgets and estimates.
5. Support and guide finance team on tax implications.
6. Preparation of monthly tax entries.
7. Assist with internal and external audit requests.
8. Be involved in ad hoc projects.

REQUIREMENTS

We invite applications from candidates who meet the following minimum requirements:

Qualification: Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience working in an accounting environment.

Required skills:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of financial processes with a link to operational dynamics.
2. Able to conceptualize systems specifications.
3. Analytical and able to innovate in determining solutions.
4. Able to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
5. Demonstrates an ability to command respect from all stakeholders / departments, to create a working environment encouraging performance while minimizing conflict.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with a quick turnaround time.
7. Collaborator and support to the team.

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Unilever is currently hiring for Financial Reporting Accountant
ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people - we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don't believe in the 'one size fits all' approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
CATEGORY/FUNCTION INTRODUCTION
At Unilever, the Finance function is a key strategic partner in driving sustainable business performance and long-term value creation.Within this function, the Financial Reporting team plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of our financial information.
We are responsible for delivering high-quality statutory and management reporting, ensuring compliance with global accounting standards, and supporting internal and external stakeholders with timely insights. By combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of the business, we help shape strategic decisions, manage risk, and uphold Unilever's reputation for financial excellence and accountability.
JOB PURPOSE
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do - creating a better business and a better world. If you are passionate about delivering accurate, insightful, and timely financial reporting that drives strategic decision-making and ensures compliance with global standards, then this role is just for you! As a Financial Reporting Accountant, you will play a critical role in safeguarding Unilever's financial integrity, supporting transparency, and enabling sustainable growth.
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
+ Audit: Engage and management of external auditors
+ Providing information and responses to audit queries
+ Preparation of Annual Financial Statements
+ Preparation of local only year-end adjustments
+ Preparation of annual impairment test
+ Address action points from internal audit reports
+ Quarterly & Year end reporting activities
+ Responsible for IFRS 16 reporting and communication of contract additions, modifications or deletion to global team
+ Preparation of IFRS 9 provision
+ Responsible for preparation of current and deferred tax calculations
+ Responsible for pension and Long-term service award submissions to the Global pensions team including IAS 19 valuations
+ Preparation and presentation of Balance sheet review file for review with VP finance
+ Preparation of information for annual V800 submissions
+ Responsible for preparation of liquidity and solvency test for dividend declarations
+ Preparation for quarterly pension forecast submissions
+ Monitor Blackline access levels
+ SCOA changes as communicated by the Global team
+ Resolving intercompany mismatches at month end
+ Insurance questionnaire
+ BBBEE reporting
+ SAP - key user testing for Change Requests (CR)
+ Monthly activities
+ Preparation of Free cash flow
+ Balance sheet hygiene-clearing of aged items
+ Process journals on Blackline
+ Resolving SCOA validation errors
+ Monthly pensions and Long-term service awards reporting (Including check to GL)
+ Intercompany accruals
+ Preparation of OP to Local recon and local balance sheet
+ Attend month end calls between OC and 3rd party- TB Review, CLM, NFD
+ TB Review - Attend TB Review with OC & CG and ensure all outcomes/actions are closed out hold relevant parties accountable
+ CLM - Attend CLM Review with Controller, FA, OC & CG and ensure all outcomes/actions are closed out - hold relevant parties accountable
+ Calculation of monthly service fee payable to Unilever PLC
+ Monitoring audit fees monthly
+ Assisting the business with accounting queries
+ Verification of daily payroll payments and releases
+ Tracking and monitoring of over-due intercompany accounts and focusing on collection of outstanding receipts
+ Control Dashboard - central feedback point and commentary for the FM/Controller and VP.
+ Prepare feedback summary for monthly NFD meeting
+ CHI Lead - Country service recipient for Control Health Monitoring for R2R and P2P - attend all meetings and follow up on open tickets and drive closure.
+ Bank allocation assistance to CG for unallocated bank items
+ Pensions - reallocation journals processed on behalf of Pensions
+ General Ledger Master data changes and updates
+ Internal Audit and Controls team - assist IC & Controls with audit requests & provide relevant
+ Ensure the roll forward of GL, AP & AR balances are completed by CG post year end (Annual)
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Experiences & Qualifications
+ CA (SA) Requirement
+ Newly Qualified CA (1-2 years experience post qualification (beneficial))
Skills
+ Strong Technical knowledge of IFRS
+ Effective business partnering and communication skills
+ Effective time management skills
+ Ability to meet and manage deadlines
+ Ability to work under pressure and multi- task
+ Technical Skills - SAP, Excel, PowerPoint
Leadership
+ You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others - both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
+ As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
+ Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors
+ PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner's mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.
+ PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.
+ CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
+ PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
+ AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.
Unilever is an equal opportunities employer and committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are intentional in employing the best talent that reflects the demographics of our country and which will help build representation of currently under-represented groups. We therefore invite applications from all candidates representing diversity of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. When appointing potential candidates, the South African Employment Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Legislation will be considered.
We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. If you are applying as a foreign national, please note that you may be requested to provide supporting documents supporting this.
This is an office-based role in Durban and requires 100% of time attendance on site.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bring ing their 'Whole Self' to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.
Job Category: Finance
Job Type: Full time
Industry:

Job purpose:

To provide IFRS technical accounting advisory, managerial and operational expertise in order to provide relevant and reliable information for business decision making through the design, implementation and maintenance of effective financial processes, procedures and policies.

Key Performance Areas

Month-end focus - General Ledger maintenance (Overall responsibility for data accuracy and integrity by performing general ledger reconciliations and income statement analysis)

• Assigns responsibilities to relevant assistants, including the creation of reconciliations.
• Manage the month-end focus. (Including investments, write-offs, insolvencies, fruitless and wasteful and irregular expenditure, impairments, etc.)
• Makes sure that reconciliations are done accurately and timeously, checks them against supporting documentation and ledger balances.
• Review of the audit files for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure that the General Ledger and journal entries are in accordance with defined standards by analysing accounts and correcting misallocations and miscalculations.
• SAP Banking Month-end Run (as and when required)
• Manages transactions in SAP (i.e. confirmation of transactions and informing ICT to block user access to prevent further transactions being processed during the month-end run).
• Oversees the opening and closing off the SAP FI (SAP Financial Module) period for processing.
• Liaises with ICT and run the month ends for SAP Banking and ensure a successful month end with integration to SAP FI.

Compile Financial Reporting (Annual Financial Statements (AFS), NCA Form 40, Company tax return and any other ad-hoc reports)

• Reports are due in accordance with scheduled activities; or
• Requests are received for the compilation of a report. Analyse the request to determine the nature and extent of the report
• Statutory
• Management
• IFRS/IAS Compliant
• Timeous reporting, archiving and distribution in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
• Gather and verify applicable data from all relevant sources and collate data into required reporting format
• Make recommendations in accordance with the information at hand
• Submit the report for review and approval where necessary

Annual Financial Statements

• Review of the prior year AFS for technical updates due to changes in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other relevant legislation (PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, VAT Act, etc.)
• Advise management of the subsidiaries of any changes in accounting standards
• Update the current year AFS with all the relevant changes
• Seek continuous improvement in the process of preparing the AFS
• Compile the AFS within the allocated time frame
• Collect and verify applicable data from all relevant sources and collate data into required reporting format
• Make recommendations in accordance with the information at hand
• Submit the report for review and approval where necessary
• Distribute the report to the relevant role players

Technical Accounting research

• Remain up to date on the Technical IFRS Standards by attending training courses and reading knowledge material.
• Informs General Manager: Finance and management team of updates and changes required to the Company accounting treatments.
• Examines IFRS and Tax legislation changes that affect the Company or its subsidiaries.
• Review, and consult (if necessary) with appropriate Technical professionals to completely understand the implications of IFRS or Tax updates to the Bank.
• Drive the implementation of required changes in Finance.
• Processing of entries on client's accounts
• Compiles a register for all write-offs and waivers received.
• Timeous processing of all write-offs and waivers.
• Compiles a register of all insolvency transfers.
• Liaison with internal and external auditors
• Liaises with both internal and external auditors and responds to audit queries/opinions.
• Responds to areas that they highlight -this may require clarity issues, giving information, designing and amending controls.
• Implementation of action tasks/projects to address audit findings relating to his/her area.
• Coordination of Audit Process - responsible for ensuring smooth interim and year-end audits, including coordination of Client Assistance Schedules.

Qualification and Requirements

• CA (SA) or equivalent
• At least 5 years Financial Accounting and Reporting experience

Additional Requirements

• Travel as and when required
• Extended hours as and when required.

Desired Skills:

• Advanced Microsoft Office/ Excel
• Knowledge / Experience SAP/ Financial Reporting Software
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• PFMA (Public Finance Management Act)
• Banking and Financial Services
• Company Act

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Honours

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