Accountant Team Leader at Discovery Limited

Key Purpose

• Responsible for reporting on and monitoring Discovery Invest’s financial performance through monthly management accounts and annual financial statements. Deliver accurate, relevant, and value-adding financial insights to support decision-making, ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and strengthen internal financial controls.

Key Responsibilities (Simplified)

• Prepare and review monthly financial reports for senior leadership.
• Analyse financial results and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Prepare financial statements in line with accounting standards (IFRS) and regulations.
• Combine (consolidate) financial results for unit trusts and investment funds.
• Submit financial data using OneStream for group reporting.
• Ensure the business meets regulatory requirements for capital adequacy.
• Prepare Budgets and forecast (income, expenses, assets, etc.).
• Analyse differences between actuals and budget and review with managers.
• Prepare asset allocation and regulatory reports (e.g. SAM, Stats SA, ASISA).
• Compile required financial disclosures (e.g. IFRS 7 reporting twice a year).

Education and Experience

• Newly Qualified CA(SA)
• Financial Services Experience
• Knowledge of IFRS 17 will be advantageous