Divisional Head: Accounting, Auditing and Industry Analysis

Company and Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the division in alignment with organisational objectives.
• Develop and implement operational and strategic plans, ensuring delivery of high-quality technical outputs.
• Oversee the interpretation and application of accounting, auditing, and prudential standards across regulated sectors.
• Provide expert technical guidance on IFRS (including IFRS 9 and IFRS 17) and auditing matters affecting regulated institutions.
• Drive industry analysis through financial sector reporting, publications and data frameworks.
• Oversee frameworks relating to industry disclosures, including Pillar 3 reporting.
• Engage and influence key stakeholders including regulators, industry bodies, and global standard setters.
• Ensure governance, risk management and compliance within the division.
• Lead, develop and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Support organisational governance structures through expert input on accounting and auditing matters.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or Fellow of a recognised actuarial body.
• 10–12 years’ experience within the financial services or regulatory environment.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior management or leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of:
  • Accounting and auditing standards
  • Financial sector regulation and prudential frameworks
  • Financial markets and instruments
  • Risk, governance and compliance environments
• Proven ability to provide strategic and thought leadership.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability (local and international).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Competency Requirements:

• Strategic Leadership and Vision
• Business Acumen
• Stakeholder Influence and Collaboration
• Drive for Results
• Governance and Risk Management
• People Leadership and Development
• Innovation and Change Leadership
• Professional Integrity and Ethical Judgement

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