Lead Group Accountant , Group Reporting at South Pole

Job summary:

• In this challenging position you will be coordinating with multiple South Pole offices located all over the world as a key member of the Global Finance team. You are based in our office in Cape Town and will be in constant contact with international colleagues both within and outside of the Global Finance team.

Main tasks & responsibilities:

Task:

Financial reporting and consolidation:

• Preparing and executing tasks within the group monthly financial consolidation process (including review of local reports, control and validation of reports, data analysis, reconciliation and elimination of intercompany transactions and relationships, preparation and posting of consolidation journals)
• Liaising with, performing analysis for and preparation of documentation to management, external auditors and other stakeholders ensuring collaboration with FP&A to unify the group reporting output with commercial reporting output
• Confirming proper treatment and compliance of all accounting transactions and group policies with local accountants
• Leading, participating in and/or contributing to projects and initiatives, such as IFRS implementation projects, annual IFRS reviews/improvement, and further development of strong processes/systems 
• Assist the Group Reporting Senior Manager in preparing Group balance sheet reconciliations with focus on the Cash Flow Statement, reporting on Working Capital and the work performed by the Treasury and Banking Senior Specialist

Compliance:

• Support the Group Reporting Senior Manager to ensure Group-wide compliance with group accounting policies, IFRS and other relevant accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Assist the Group Reporting Senior Manager to Maintain up-to-date and relevant group accounting policies, effectively translating how IFRS applies to the Group’s activities.

Process improvement and systems management:

• Accounting-side co-owner of the Group’s consolidation system (Tagetik)
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve the Group Reporting process, implementing best practices in financial reporting and consolidation

Requirements:

We require:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
• Experience: 2 -3 years’ experience across Group reporting, consolidation, and accounting, preferably within a multinational organisation
• Technical skills: Strong knowledge of IFRS, consolidation processes, and financial reporting systems (MS D365 and Tagetik Experience will be a PLUS)
• Above average Excel Skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and external partners.