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    Group Accountant - Cape Town, South Africa - Recruitment Matters

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    Full time
    Description

    Our client in the FMCG sector is seeking a Group Accountant that will have a pivotal role within the Finance department, responsible for managing and overseeing the accounting operations within the company. This position involves supervising and mentoring a team and ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting, risk management and compliance across the group, whilst displaying leadership and guidance to the accounting team.

    Responsibilities:

    • Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements and reports for the group, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to accounting standards.
    • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and tax filings as well as liaising with tax authorities to resolve any issues.
    • Implement and maintain reporting procedures to comply with internal control requirements.
    • Manage a team, including training, mentoring, and evaluating their performance, as well as fostering a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
    • Ensure that the team is effective, efficient, and aligned with the strategic goals of the organization.
    • Continuously evaluate financial and accounting processes for efficiency gains and strategic alignment.
    • Implement best practices and standard operating procedures across all entities.
    • Coordinate with department heads to prepare budgets and financial forecasts.
    • Analyse financial data and create models for decision support.
    • Coordinate with internal and external auditors for audits, as well as preparing audit schedules.
    • Ensure robust internal controls are in place to manage and mitigate financial risks.
    • Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization.
    • Liaise with financial institutions.
    • Maintain strong relationships with senior executives to provide financial insights that influence strategy.

    Skills:

    • Demonstrate leadership skills.
    • Excellent communication skills.
    • Excellent analytical and organisational skills.
    • Attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to direct, lead and supervise.
    • Strong problem-solving skills, as well as being able to multi-task.

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
    • Certificates in CPA, SAIPA, ACCA and/or CA is highly advantageous.
    • Minimum of 5 years proven experience in finance and/or accounting roles.
    • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a supervisory/managerial role.
    • Knowledge of financial reporting requirements, such as GAAP and IFRS.
    • Proficient knowledge and experience in accounting software and MS Office.


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