Group Reporting Accountant

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Our client is a rapidly expanding African financial services organisation with operations across multiple countries on the continent. Driven by innovation, technology, and a strong commitment to unlocking opportunities in Africa, the business continues to experience significant growth and transformation. As the Group Reporting Accountant, you will play a key role within the Group Finance function, supporting the delivery of accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting across multiple entities and jurisdictions. Working closely with senior finance leadership and country finance teams, you will ensure reporting consistency, compliance with IFRS, and the ongoing development of robust reporting processes and controls. This role offers exposure to complex multi-currency consolidations, technical accounting matters, group audits, budgeting and forecasting initiatives, ERP systems, and strategic finance projects. It is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking broad African exposure within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidated management accounts and financial statements. Review reporting submitted by country finance teams, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance. Research and resolve complex technical accounting matters in accordance with IFRS and applicable legislation. Assist with the management of the year-end external audit process and coordinate requests across multiple entities. Support budgeting, forecasting, and group-level variance analysis. Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and enhancements to the financial control environment. Assist with statutory, tax, and secretarial reporting requirements across the group. Develop standardised reporting templates, tools, and processes for use across multiple countries. Provide guidance and training to finance teams on financial reporting best practices. Support the administration and optimisation of finance systems and ERP platforms. Assist with group reporting projects and strategic finance initiatives. Job Experience and Skills Required Registered CA(SA). Previous experience within a financial reporting, group reporting, or consolidation environment. Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles. Experience preparing and reviewing consolidated financial statements. Experience working with multi-entity and\/or multi-currency reporting structures will be advantageous. Exposure to ERP systems such as NetSuite or similar platforms would be beneficial. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication and reporting capabilities. Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Competency Requirements Business Acumen Collaboration Accountability and Ownership Strong Attention to Detail Continuous Improvement Mindset Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Technical Excellence Drive for Results Adaptability and Resilience Relationship Building and Influence What's on Offer? Exposure to a fast-growing African organisation. Broad group reporting and consolidation experience. Significant interaction with executive leadership and international finance teams. Opportunity to influence reporting processes and finance transformation initiatives. Career growth within a high-performance finance environment. Apply now! For more exciting Finance, Engineering, IT, Supply Chain, Commercial & Executive opportunities, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting within the following areas: - Financial Managers - Financial Accountants - Financial Controllers - Chartered Accountants - Group Reporting & Consolidation Accountants - Commercial Finance and FP&A professionals If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will, however, remain on our database for future suitable opportunities. For more information, contact: Ulrike Groenewald Recruitment Consultant