SUMMARY:
Accelerate your career trajectory within a listed multinational powerhouse, gaining high-visibility exposure across complex IFRS technical accounting, group consolidations, FP&A, and statutory taxation.
POSITION INFO:
A prominent, publicly listed multinational leader operating a complex multi-entity structure is seeking a high-caliber Financial Accountant to join their centralized group finance division. This position is custom-built for an ambitious, technically sharp finance professional with completed articles who is looking to step into a sophisticated corporate reporting environment. Working directly alongside seasoned finance directors, you will bridge the gap between technical accounting governance (including IFRS 3 business combinations) and commercial Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). The corporate work environment is fast-paced, high-governance, and performance-focused, offering an elite platform to develop expertise in multi-currency consolidations, tax compliance, and group budgeting models. If you are a proactive accountant looking for a role that offers deep technical rigor, commercial visibility, and clear long-term executive growth within a listed environment, this multinational giant presents an exceptional destination. Key Responsibilities: Technical Accounting & Listed Group Reporting: Assist in compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual statutory financial statements in strict alignment with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and listed entity governance frameworks. Group Consolidations & Intercompany Controls: Execute multi-entity group consolidations, perform cross-border intercompany reconciliations, and verify data consistency across global business units. Taxation & Regulatory Governance: Formulate Income Tax and VAT compliance schedules, perform tax ledger reconciliations, and manage year-end external audit engagements. FP&A, Budgeting & Performance Analytics: Contribute to rolling forecasts, annual budgeting models, and variance analyses, delivering actionable commercial insights to optimize profitability. Balance Sheet Stewardship & Controls: Perform deep-dive balance sheet reconciliations, strengthen internal accounting controls, and participate in continuous process engineering projects to enhance reporting speed and accuracy. Job Experience and Skills Required: Formal Education & Foundation (Non-Negotiable): A completed BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related commercial discipline, alongside successfully completed SAICA or SAIPA training articles (qualified CA(SA) candidates or those actively pursuing registration are highly regarded). Commercial Track Record: 1 to 3 years of post-articles commercial accounting experience. Sector Domain: Prior experience operating within manufacturing, publishing, FMCG, logistics, or related multi-entity environments is advantageous, as is exposure to a listed or multinational enterprise. Technical Domain Expertise: Advanced, practical knowledge of: IFRS Standards & Technical Accounting (including IFRS 3) Group Consolidations & Intercompany Accounting Budgeting, Forecasting & FP&A Frameworks Corporate Income Tax & VAT Regulations Systems & Digital Capabilities: Advanced operational command of Microsoft Excel (complex financial modeling skills) paired with strong analytical capabilities. Non-negotiables: Exceptional commercial acumen, high attention to numerical detail, resilient time-management habits to balance tight listed-group deadlines, and excellent stakeholder communication skills. What is on offer (Why Apply): Secure a pivotal financial accounting seat within a respected, publicly listed multinational group. Deep technical exposure across complex consolidations, IFRS technical accounting, tax, and strategic FP&A. Clear career progression frameworks within an elite, high-performing corporate finance structure. Apply now! For more exciting vacancies, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting in the following: CA(SA) General Finance 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: Mikayla Taylor Connect with me on LinkedIn!
