Senior Accountant: Insurance

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR007357/Angie

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

650 000

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-driven Finance Professional with Insurance industry experience looking to expand your skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? This 12-month contract role offers exposure to senior stakeholders, IFRS 17, and strategic financial projects.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a well-established player in the Insurance sector, known for their strong track record, innovative approach, and supportive working culture. This opportunity will give you exposure to high-level reporting, budget preparation, and strategic decision-making processes while working closely with Exco and the Board.
If you are looking to elevate your career, gain hands-on IFRS 17 exposure, and strengthen your experience in a leading insurance environment, this contract role is an excellent stepping stone.

Key Responsibilities:

Reconcile balance sheet accounts, prepare monthly journals, and resolve outstanding issues.
Prepare monthly management accounts, variance commentary, and quarterly board reports.
Drive the budget preparation process, coordinating across stakeholders and preparing Exco/Board presentations.
Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting while maintaining a strong control environment.
Support ad-hoc IFRS 17 requirements and strategic decision-making projects.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Minimum: BCom Honours or equivalent qualification.
3–5 years’ experience in the Insurance industry (compulsory).
Completed articles (advantage).
IFRS 17 exposure/experience (advantage).
Strong experience in reconciliations, monthly accounts, CFO reporting, and commission calculations.
Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word); experience with Dynamics 365 advantageous.
Proven ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and present effectively to stakeholders.

Apply now!

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We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move in finance!

For more information, contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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