Jobs at IQEQ

Job Description

• Working closely with the Principal, the role holder will be responsible for the Accounting process and all related activities for a portfolio of re/insurance structures.
• They will communicate directly with the Principal and/or Manager on routine operational matters ensuring close collaboration in delivering quality service to the end clients.
• All work delivered will be accurate, well-presented and meet quality standards.
• Tasks

Working in close collaboration with the Manager and Principal:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for a portfolio of re/insurance clients in accordance with established standards and best practices, including preparation of unaudited financial statements.
• Support coordinate and preparation of meeting material for shareholders/board meetings and client committees.
• Payment process assistance including preparation of requisition and setting up online payments
• Regulatory filing assistance (preparation and filing of Annual Reports with various domiciles, preparation and filing of business plan changes with various regulators, compiling documents during regulatory examinations)
• Client on-boarding support including review of Customer Due Diligence documents as per approved checklists, report discrepancies and conduct periodic KYC assessments
• Managing workflow and data processing across multiple types of captive/(re)insurance companies
• Support day-to-day Principal operations, including communication and coordination with external consultants and service providers.
• Comply with Principal’s policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal risk control frameworks.
• Support the achievement of strategic priorities and contribute to the growth and development of the Principal’s business.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory and operational risk management protocols.
• Contribute towards promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure all work prepared for clients is accurate and error free and always meets quality standards, these will ultimately be reviewed by senior team members and feedback would be provided.
• Use their knowledge and experience to decide when to escalate an issue, using every situation as an opportunity to learn and continue to grow within the team.
• Liaise with Principal on a day to day basis for all on going accounting tasks allocated to respective portfolios.

Qualifications

Education / professional qualifications

• University Accounting Degree holder or partly qualified CA (SA) / SAIPA

Background experience

• Minimum – 1 to 3 years’ experience
• Experience in a similar role would be an advantage

Technical

• Experienced in basic accounting
• Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and relevant GAAPs) would be preferred

Computer / program knowledge

• Advanced level of capability of the MS Office suite, Word & Excel

Languages

• Fluent in English

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Job Description

• The Manager is responsible for overseeing client requirements and day to day management of the team. The candidate is the subject matter expect, responsible for the training and coaching of his/her team members. At the same time, is responsible for the quality of work delivered to Clients.
• The Manager has the responsibility for a team of accountants who are delegated to deliver the client expectations with regards to quality, and timeliness.
• The Manager maintains the senior operational relationships with the Principal for his/her portfolio. Have a deep understanding of clients’ ongoing business and goals.

Tasks

• Oversight and management of tasks relating to a portfolio of multiple types of (re)/insurance companies, as determined by Principal.
• Ensure clients complaints are properly handle. Engage in problem solving of complex situations.
• Review and ensure on-time delivery and error-free work for portfolio of re/insurance companies.
• Review complex financial statements prior to sending to clients.
• Manage the performance review of team members. Design and monitor their individual development plan to cater for their growth and effectiveness within the company.
• Training and coaching of people on the job such that their skills further develop by reviewing their work and giving feedback for learning
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory and operational risk management protocols.
• Contribute towards promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.

Key competencies for position and level

• Customer focus
• Communicates effectively
• Develops talent
• Directs work
• Collaborates

Key behaviours we expect to see

In addition to demonstrating our Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder will be expected to demonstrate the following:

• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Collaboration
• Organisation
• Proactivity
• Relationship building
• Taking ownership
• Analytical skills
• Positivity
• Approachability

Qualifications

Education / professional qualifications

• University Accounting Degree holder, qualified CA (SA) / SAIPA

Background experience

• Minimum – 5 years’ experience
• Experience in a similar role would be an advantage

Technical

• Experience in complex accounting
• Knowledge of (re)/insurance accounting and related technicalities
• Sound Knowledge of IFRS, Preparation of     Financial Statement under IFRS and other applicable laws and regulations
• Proven client operational relationship at senior level

Computer / program knowledge

• Advanced level of capability of the MS Office suite, Word & Excel

Languages

• Fluent in English