Financial Accountant - Commercial Insurance

Currently in search of a Financial Accountant who will be responsible for preparing financial reports for the assigned business units

• B. Com Accounting or related qualification
• Completed Articles

• Minimum of 4 to 6 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in Insurance or Financial services is key.
• Thorough understanding of IFRS, VAT and Income Tax

• Strong analytical skills
• Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision
• MS Office with solid Excel skills (intermediate)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage changing priorities and competing demands

• Process accounting entries and prepare monthly management accounts in compliance with Group reporting timelines.
• Prepare monthly petty cash, bank and GL reconciliations.
• Prepare commentary on the financial results to provide insights to Management.
• Reconcile intercompany balances and prepare related confirmations.
• Compile supporting documentation and schedules required for external and internal audits.
• Support the implementation of internal controls, report financial discrepancies and errors.
• Assist in the implementation of the ERP system.