Financial Reporting Specialist

SUMMARY:
My client is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join their finance team. The successful can

POSITION INFO:

My client is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join their finance team. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, including directors, and collaborate with team members to enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and strategic insight. If you are passionate about process improvement, automation and high-quality financial reporting and have 3-5 years post articles experience - apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated Power BI reports and dashboards; continuously improve data pipelines and visualization for real-time decision-making
• Build, maintain, and enhance detailed cash flow reports; ensure reporting aligns with business goals and provides actionable insights
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in support to the Financial Manager; provide assistance to the Financial Manager with regard to legal compliance reporting, such as SARB and SARS (e-filing and the like)
• Process Optimisation: Analyse existing financial reporting processes and identify opportunities for automation; implement streamlined workflows to enhance reporting accuracy and reduce manual effort
• Presentation & Communication: Create compelling, data-driven presentations for directors and senior stakeholders such as Wealth Managers; communicate complex financial insights clearly and effectively
• Step into support role for the team when they are on leave (with regards to processing and financial management)
• Project Management: Lead and manage reporting-related projects with strong organizational skills; work directly with Finance Manager on special initiatives and cross-functional projects
• Financial Management: Regular comparison of fees received for wealth management advice; critically evaluate existing processes and recommend changes; review service provider agreements

Requirements:

• Qualified CA(SA)
• Minimum of 3-5 years post articles experience, in the commercial sector
• Experience in wealth and/or asset management (advantage)
• Proven experience in financial reporting and data automation
• Solid understanding of financial concepts and cash flow

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