Group Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF023346/SAM

Date posted:

Friday, June 5, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

850 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
A company within the retail sector is looking for a Group Accountant CA(SA) to join their team. The role involves preparing and delivering accurate financial information, calculations, and departmental reports to support group entities. The successful candidate will ensure full compliance with IFRS, the Companies Act, and all relevant regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional to build experience within a structured and compliance-focused environment.

POSITION INFO:

Prepare monthly calculations, reconciliations, and consolidated group reporting within set timelines
Ensure all internal reporting complies with IFRS and highlight any impact or deviations
Analyse financial results and provide insights on trends to management
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations across group entities
Prepare and deliver quarterly board pack financial information
Reconcile and eliminate intercompany transactions at a group level
Support and coordinate the group budgeting process and consolidation of board budgets
Calculate corporate taxes and prepare tax disclosures for financial statements
Prepare and finalise group financial statements in line with reporting deadlines
Ensure external reporting compliance with IFRS and regulatory (e.g., JSE) requirements
Assist with audits by providing required information and resolving queries efficiently
Maintain financial reporting systems, including hierarchies and chart of accounts accuracy
Manage and monitor foreign exchange rates and assess related financial impacts
Provide guidance and training on accounting policies and new standards across the group
Contribute to ad hoc group projects, including analysis, decision-making, and implementation

Skills & Experience:

CA(SA) non- negotiable
Minimum of 2–3 years post-qualification experience
Minimum 2+ years’ experience on group level
FMCG or Retail experience advantageous
Strong technical expertise in IFRS, with the ability to apply critical thinking in consolidations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with solid analytical capability
Exposure to SAP or other ERP systems, as well as M&A experience (including PPAs), is advantageous
Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and able to take initiative in a dynamic environment
Adaptable, deadline-driven, and comfortable working under pressure

Qualification:

CA(SA) non- negotiable
Honors degree in Accounting science

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