Finance Business Partner (Fixed Term Contract) at Hollard Insurance

Role Objectives:

• Responsible for Financial Reporting, review of Business Unit KPIs and management accounts to ensure accurate analysis & evaluation of performance against strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:Oversee and management of accounting functions and processes, this includes but not limited to the following:

• Review of journals for validity and accuracy
• Review of the management accounts for validity and accuracy, submit review notes, sign off on the income statement and balance sheet accounts
• Review of reconciliations and address any discrepancies and reconciling items
• Ensure that the subledger/systems reconciles to the GL
• Preparation of monthly financial packs, reporting, analysis, commentary on portfolio profitability and presentation to Business Heads, Managers and or Regional Managers
• Responsible for the budgeting process, forecasting and variance analysis
• Co-ordinate the planning and preparation of the annual audit
• Support the Head of Finance in executing various tasks/projects delegated from time to time
• Support the implementation of IFRS 17
• Responsible for creating a high-performance culture through effective coaching, training, supervision and management
• Responsible for the adequacy of the control environment and engagement with the IFC (Internal auditors) team to address findings and remediation within the agreed timelines
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; and
• Build strong working relationships with the Operations teams and various stakeholders

Required Knowledge and Experience    

• 5 -6 years post articles reporting experience in the commercial financial services industry
• 3 -5 years people leadership experience
• Insurance industry experience is mandatory, it is a non – negotiable
• Knowledge of accounting packages, systems and controls including budgeting
• Exceptional Business acumen and broad business knowledge
• In depth knowledge of financial accounting and related processes & International accounting standards
• Continuous learning ability, resilient critical thinker, collaborator & change agility, Digital Literacy
• Ability to resolve complex problems

Educational Requirements    

• Matric
• Qualified CA (SA) – non-negotiable

Deadline:8th July,2025