Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF024294/SL

Date posted:

Friday, October 16, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

800 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a technically strong CA(SA) with a passion for solving complex accounting challenges?

A highly specialised insurance group is seeking an IFRS 17 Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. Operating within a niche insurance environment, this organisation partners with underwriting management agencies to provide commercial, guarantee, trade credit, and specialist insurance solutions across diverse markets.

This is not a routine accounting role. You'll be joining an intellectually stimulating environment where continuous learning, problem-solving, and technical excellence are part of the culture. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring IFRS 17 compliance, supporting financial reporting processes, and troubleshooting complex accounting matters within a fast-paced insurance operation.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Oversee the full accounting and reporting function Lead and support IFRS 17 reporting processes and technical accounting requirements Analyse, interpret, and implement complex accounting treatments Investigate and resolve technical accounting and reporting challenges Support financial reporting, statutory reporting, and regulatory requirements Collaborate closely with finance, actuarial, and operational teams Drive process improvements and enhance reporting efficiencies Provide technical accounting guidance across the business Skills & Experience: Solid expertise in IFRS 17 Reinsurance or Insurance Qualification: CA(SA) Only Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies.

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