Apex is looking for a highly motivated individual to join the growing Finance Team as Technical Accounting & Policy Manager and to report to the Global Head of Reporting. 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 a 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
Assist in group consolidations, eliminations and year-end financial reporting
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
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