Financial Accountant Group Finance at Robert Walters

• A leading Investment Management firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their Group Finance team. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to build your career within a respected and growing business that values professional development, knowledge sharing, and supportive leadership. You will be part of a collaborative finance team, responsible for maintaining the financial integrity of multiple entities, supporting statutory and regulatory reporting requirements, and ensuring the highest standards of financial control and governance.
• The organisation offers ongoing training to help you grow both personally and professionally. This role provides the perfect platform to develop your skills in a dynamic environment where your commitment and attention to detail will be highly valued.

Key qualifications and experience required for the Financial Accountant: Group Finance

• SAICA articles + BCom Accounting/CTA (Honours) (Part-Qualified) OR
• SAIPA (Professional Accountant) / AGA
• 3 years relevant experience
• A strong understanding of IFRSprinciples
• Financial Services / Asset Management / Investment Management / Private Equity industry experience (highly advantageous)
• Strong financial accountingand reporting experience.
• Experience preparing annual financial statements
• Proven track record dealing with external auditors
• Strong reconciliation skills coupled with robust financial controls experience
• Exposure to group structures or multiple legal entities is advantageous

Key duties for the Financial Accountant: Group Finance

• Financial Reporting and Close Process
• Statutory Financial Statements
• Audit Management
• Regulatory and Compliance Reporting
• Tax Compliance
• Treasury and Cash Management
• Process Improvement and Automation
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and comprehensive reporting packs for multiple entities within the group, ensuring all information is delivered on time and meets high-quality standards.
• Perform month-end and year-end accounting processes including journal preparation, posting adjustments, and maintaining the general ledger across various business units.
• Conduct detailed balance sheet reconciliations, investigatevariances thoroughly, and support consolidation processes where applicable to ensure robust financial integrity.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting,and financial analysis by compiling relevant data and providing insightful commentary to stakeholders across the business.
• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS standards; compile supporting schedules and working papers while assisting in implementing new accounting standards as required.
• Ensure compliancewith Companies Act requirements and other applicable legislation by maintaining strong documentation standards and supporting statutory reporting obligations.
• Act as a primary finance contact during external audits; prepare audit files, coordinate requests from auditors, resolve findings promptly, and ensure all queries are addressed efficiently.
• Support the preparation of regulatory submissions and returns; assist with governance, risk, and compliance reporting requirements while adhering strictly to internal policies.
• Assist with VAT, corporate income tax, provisional tax calculations; prepare supporting schedules for tax submissions and liaise with external tax advisors when necessary.
• Monitor cash positions and liquidity requirements; assist with bank administration, treasuryprocesses, cash flow forecasts, payment reviews, control procedures, process improvement initiatives, ERP enhancements, and automation projects.

Key Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Self-Starter and Self-Motivated
• Technology/AI savvy – NB
• Strong attention to detail
• Professional and Resilient
• Commercial mindset