Chartered Accountant - Paarl

SUMMARY:
Role Overview
The Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) – Group Financial Reporting is responsible for the consolidation and preparation of group-level financial results and statutory financial statements. The role supports the Group Financial Director in ensuring compliance with IFRS, managing complex group structures, and coordinating the external audit process. A critical focus of the position is producing accurate, timely, and reliable consolidated reporting across multiple legal entities, while leveraging advanced systems and automation tools to enhance efficiency.
This is a high-accountability role best suited for a technically strong CA(SA) with experience in group reporting, financial compliance, and systems like Caseware and Power BI.
 
Key Responsibilities
Monthly Consolidated Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly consolidated management accounts for the group.
• Perform intercompany eliminations and ensure accurate group-level reporting.
• Liaise with finance teams across subsidiaries to ensure timely, accurate submissions.

• Compile IFRS-compliant annual financial statements using Caseware or similar tools.
• Manage the full year-end audit process, including audit file preparation and communication with external auditors.
• Ensure alignment with IFRS and JSE listing requirements.

• Prepare Related Party Schedules in compliance with IAS 24.
• Perform Non-Controlling Interest (NCI) calculations and support related disclosures.
• Advise on the implementation and impact of new or revised IFRS standards.

• Operate financial consolidation tools such as Caseware and Finnivo.
• Build and optimise financial reporting frameworks and automation solutions.
• Utilise Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables, formulas) and Power BI for financial reporting and analytics.
• Work with large datasets and financial databases to support reporting accuracy and business insights.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements

• Registered CA(SA) with current SAICA membership.
• Minimum 5 years of post-articles experience in group reporting, external audit, or within a listed environment.
• Strong experience in IFRS reporting, consolidations, and statutory financial statements.
• Proficient in Caseware (mandatory); Finnivo experience advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Power Query, Pivot Tables, and formulas.
• Experience with Power BI and/or working knowledge of SQL or financial databases.
• Familiarity with JSE listing requirements and audit management processes.

• High level of technical and analytical competence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Collaborative communicator who works well across teams and departments.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
• Resilient and capable of maintaining performance in high-pressure environments.