Group Financial Reporting Specialist at Badger Holdings (Pty) Ltd

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver statutory financial reporting for all Group companies.
• Prepare separate and consolidated IFRS financial statements.
• Manage annual tax computations and tax-related disclosures as part of the statutory financial reporting function.
• Oversee group external auditors and manage deadlines.
• Provide advice and support to finance teams on IFRS accounting matters.
• Identify opportunities to simplify and automate financial processes while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Support the finance function with ad-hoc tasks and business improvements.

Skills & Attributes:

The ideal candidate should have:

• Strong analytical and technical accounting skills, with experience in IFRS reporting and implementation. Knowledge of IFRS 17 is advantageous (training will be provided).
• Experience in drafting multi-legal entity separate and consolidated IFRS financial statements.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent reconciliation and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while delivering high-quality results.
• Strong prioritization skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and financial statement production software (Acumatica, Xero, and Draftworx preferred, but training will be provided).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong overall computer literacy.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable team player who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• A drive for process improvement and efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant – CA(SA).
• Insurance industry knowledge and experience are beneficial but not required.