Accounting Policy Assistant at Apex Group

• The successful candidate will play an important role in building out the IFRS accounting policy framework across the group. There is an expectation to work proactively, independently when required, and as part of team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Apex Group accounting policy implementation
• Formulation of guidance to component companies with regard to the policy implementation & adherence process
• Manage PPA process with external advisors for complex acquisitions
• Conduct initial impact assessments for implementation project scoping
• Monitor IASB discussions on new accounting standards & identify knock on impacts of accounting changes to Apex
• Prepare education material and present education sessions on new accounting standards
• Meet with other stakeholders to discuss potential impacts (e.g. Treasury, Tax, FP&A)
• Working with the Chief Accounting Officer and GHA drafting Accounting Requirement Memos for the Audit Committee and Board which outline both the current and future accounting where necessary
• Act as an accounting advisor, identify and resolve technical accounting issues and represent Finance on project work streams
• Policy Development SME responsibility for developing new and revising existing policy documents
• Liaison with internal and external audit, tax teams and other professional advisors
• Assist with ad-hoc tasks as required

Skills Required

• A professional designation such as CA(SA) or equivalent, Top 10 firm preferred
• Minimum of 4-7 years post qualification experience preferably in the finance industry
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and application to Fund administration/Financial Services
• Particular focus on complex structure acquisition accounting
• Understanding of Business analysis/Project Management and process improvement
• Strong foundation in MS Excel/PowerPoint
• Experience in financial reporting and corporate finance preferred
• Strong self-starter, showing initiative and able to work independently and as part of an integrated team
• Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and commitment to quality
• Clear organization skills and ability to articulate complex issues concisely
• Highly skilled at problem solving, with a logical and tenacious approach
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail