Group Reporting Accountant

SUMMARY:
Group Reporting Accountant CA(SA)

Midrand | Up to R1 200 000 per annum | Office-based

Ready to turn your IFRS expertise into your next career move?

Join a leading FMCG Group in a technical reporting role offering exposure, responsibility and room to grow.

POSITION INFO:
My client, an established FMCG Group with trusted brands across multiple divisions, is seeking a technically strong Group Reporting Accountant to join its Group finance team in Midrand. This opportunity is ideal for a CA(SA) who enjoys complex consolidations, preparing Group financial statements and resolving technical accounting matters. You will contribute to a JSE-listed reporting environment, working closely with finance teams across the business to deliver accurate financial information and meaningful management insights. The business is looking for a proactive individual with strong ownership and the potential to become a trusted second-in-command to the Group finance leader. With leadership progression anticipated, this role offers scope to broaden your responsibilities and develop your career. Key Responsibilities: Prepare monthly, interim and annual consolidated financial reports. Perform Group consolidations, intercompany eliminations and consolidation journals. Prepare IFRS-compliant consolidated annual financial statements and supporting disclosures. Research and resolve technical accounting matters and prepare position papers. Support external audits and manage audit-ready reporting packs and deliverables. Assist with JSE reporting and applicable regulatory compliance requirements. Analyse financial results and provide management reporting insights. Support income tax and deferred tax accounting requirements. Strengthen reporting controls and drive automation and process improvements. Job Experience and Skills Required: CA(SA). Minimum 5 years' relevant accounting and reporting experience. Hands-on experience preparing consolidated Group financial statements. Working experience within a JSE-listed finance environment. Strong IFRS and technical accounting knowledge. Sound understanding of income tax and deferred tax accounting. Big Four or another strong audit firm background preferred. Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities. High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing reporting deadlines. A proactive attitude, clear communication and the ability to work independently. Willingness to work fully office-based in Midrand. Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting for Financial Accountants, Group Accountants, Financial Managers, Financial Controllers, Management Accountants, FP&A Specialists and CFOs. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information, contact: Leandra van der Merwe Specialist Recruitment Consultant: Finance