About the position
Group Reporting Accountant – Africa (Subsidiaries Division)
Exciting opportunity to manage financial reporting across multiple African subsidiaries for a leading industrial group. Based in the East Rand with quarterly travel across Africa, you’ll handle consolidations, compliance, and group-level reporting. Ideal for a finance professional seeking international exposure, autonomy, and career advancement in a results-driven business.
Purpose of the Role:
To manage the financial reporting, consolidation, and oversight of multiple African subsidiaries, ensuring accurate group-level reporting and compliance across jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Consolidate monthly and quarterly financial results for all African subsidiaries.
- Conduct on-site financial reviews, audits, and compliance checks across branches in Ghana, Zambia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Mauritius.
- Support local teams with financial guidance, training, and process standardisation.
- Prepare management reports and financial analysis for EXCO and Group Finance.
- Ensure alignment with group accounting policies and IFRS standards.
- Identify and implement process improvements and controls within each subsidiary.
- Travel across Africa (approximately two weeks per month) for reviews and support.
Requirements:
- BCom Accounting or Finance degree (SAIPA/SAICA articles highly advantageous).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial reporting or consolidation, ideally within a multinational environment.
- Strong IFRS knowledge and group consolidation experience.
- Willingness to travel extensively into Africa.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for cross-cultural collaboration.
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