Overview of salaries statistics of the profession "Group Accountant in South Africa"

The company is an independent global mobility expert, providing comprehensive services to corporate clients relocating their employees. We manage and broker services through our global partner network and strive to be a true business partner – an extension of our clients’ HR function. We provide one accountable point of contact for HR teams and assignees throughout international relocations.Headquartered in Guildford, UK, The company serves every location worldwide via our regional hubs located in North America, South America, Europe, Scandinavia, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. Managing a global network of over 1,000 specialist approved partners worldwide, K2 specialises in delivering an extraordinarily high standard of service on every assignment.We’re independent, ambitious, entrepreneurial, diligent go-getters and we believe in delivering only the best for our customers. What sets us apart is our people. We employ the best and allow them to be the best they can be.Duties and Responsibilities:Accounting & Transactional:Monthly review and accurate reconciliation to include:All balance sheet accountsProfit & loss accounts with variance analysisMargin analysis of the services delivered by K2Reconciliation of inter-company figuresEnsuring controls, management reports, exception reports are created , produced and reviewed for accuracy and on time.Leading and assisting with statutory audit preparation and ongoing support with auditors during audit periods in conjunction with Finance ManagerLiaising with regional teams to ensure alignment of financials with operational actionsMaintaining the bank accounts, processing and performing monthly reconciliationsPrepayments, accruals and other general ledger journal entriesUnderstanding and developing Sage and other transactional systems reporting and developments to improve controls, performance and efficiencyProcessing employee expensesMonitor, review & oversee AR and AP ledgersReview monthly payment runs with cashflow summaryEnsure reconciliation to transactional systemsSubmission of monthly payroll updates and review of reports before final submissionProcessing payroll journalsMaintaining the fixed asset registerQuarterly VAT/GST returnsP11D’s (UK only) & equivalents GloballyMonthly pension contributions upload into pension portalsBudget and quarterly forecast preparation working with Country Directors and FM/GFCSupporting general day to day queries via email, phone and face to faceAny other requirements of the role as directed by your managerBusiness Reporting & Analysis:Preparing and developing monthly management reportsMonthly Financial reviews and comparisons to Budget and prior year for income statement, balance sheet and cashflowWorking capital analysis and planningPerformance insight related to non-financial drivers eg clients, initiationsExtract data to prepare and develop Management Information and Business Intelligence to act as true business partner to Country Heads, CFO, CEO, etc.Assisting with Group projects such as alignment of financial practices and policies, development of X3 technology, global operations processes, software integration, etc.Completion of specific projects for the Finance ManagerGeneral country business unit finance queriesRequirements:Qualified in CIMA / ACCA or local equivalent (necessary)Knowledge of general accounting procedures and policiesMonth end close and financial statement reconciliations and comparisonsData systems and structuresStrong technical knowledge with accounting systems usage and development e.g. Sage and other related transactional systems and databasesPreparation and development of financial reportingMonth end processes, reviews and controls around financial and management accountingCommercial acumen and desire to support business growth and change managementOrganizing and prioritizing daily/weekly tasksAttention to detail and accuracyAbility to meet deadlinesAdaptable to change and works well under pressureAbility to interpret various types of data and present in formats relevant to the audience(s)Excellent Excel and MS Office skillsKnowledge of accounting software (Sage X3 desirable)Knowledge of working with various currenciesBuilding and developing robust working relations with all K2 colleaguesTeam playerCustomer service skills‘Can do’ attitude and ability to learn quicklyDemonstrate company acumen

Brief Job Description:Supporting the construction teams with turnkey flooring installation jobs – assisting with full costing model from quotation through to invoicing, certification and payment.Managing the inventory allocated to projects, held offsite.Assessing project contracts and credit risk on project accounts.Supporting the operations teams with any other accounting support.Reporting to the Group Cost Accountant, the Construction Accountant will be responsible for ensuring accurate accounting of construction projects and ensuring projects comply with both company and accounting policies.Requirements:MUST have experience within Construction Industry.Well presented and well spoken – this individual will be required to represent us in meeting with clients when disputes arise. So they should be able to present themselves well and have the ability to explain their position well.Must be willing to travel (locally in SA) to job sites and have a reliable car with valid drivers licence.Must be familiar with construction sites – exposure to QC related work or assisting a QC would be beneficial.Minimum BCom Degree in Accounting or similar relevant qualification.Min 5 years experience in accounting with exposure to construction (flooring installations would be beneficial).

Minimum Requirements:Professional and reliable Afrikaans speaking personAfrikaans and English first and second languages a must (Fully proficient in both a must)Matric + tertiary Accounting Qualification a mustMinimum 2 years recent full Bookkeeping experience a must (including VAT experience)Computer literate in MS Office (Xero experience advantageous)Own reliable transportPreferably residing in Pretoria EastStable employment record and contactable references a mustTo start as soon as possibleDuties and Responsibilities:Full Financial Accounting functions for Property / Estate Agency Group (Including VAT, Payroll, Debtors & Creditors, Reconciliations etc.)SARS control and management (Calculation and submission of VAT returns, Tax clearance certificate, assist with dividend tax declaration etc.)Debtors and claims administration (Monthly invoicing, administer and payment of commissions, review daily cash receipts, manage card facility payments, monitor debtors etc.)Creditors control and management (Prepare Purchase orders, review outstanding purchase orders, process corporate credit & petrol cards, reconcile credit cards, verify invoices for accuracy – including VAT requirements, maintain supplier information, process expense re-imbursement requests, code and post expenses to correct accounts, follow up creditors with debit balances etc.)Cash flow & Treasury management (effective administration of all funds received, update cash flow daily, process invoices etc.)Inspect Offers to Purchase signed by contractors for contractual- and financial accuracyPrepare commission sheets after transactions lodged at Deeds OfficesUpdate master invoicing excel sheet for reported-, registered- and cancelled sales and monthly reconciliationsMonth end procedures, journals, reconciliations etc.Review month end age analysisPerform detailed review of monthly GLPrepare monthly Management AccountsReconcile transfers and receipts and follow up on unallocated funds received, make paymentsReconcile bank balances with bank feedsIssue monthly letting invoicesManage asset acquisitions within approved budget;Update and maintain fixed asset registerGeneral administration & supportSalary: R20 000 – R25 000 gross maximum (Depending on relevant experience).

Chartered Accountant with minimum 3 years’ post article experience in the financial management and accounting environment with specific experience in budgeting, reporting forecasting and consolidation, required to assist and provide administrative and financial support to the Group Finance Support Manager and Group Companies.Minimum requirements:Qualified CA(SA)B.Comm Finance Degree3-5 years post Article experience in the financial management and accounting environment essentialSpecific experience in Budgeting, Reporting, Analysis, Forecasting and Consolidation requiredHigh level of Excel proficiency essentialClear Criminal and credit record essentialDuties and Responsibilities:Assist and provide administrative and financial support to the Group Finance Support Manager and Group CompaniesPrepare, develop and implement divisional plans, policies, procedures and objectivesCoordinate budget processes and reportingSupport month-end and year-end closingsManage statutory reportingFinance & AccountingReportingBudgetingStrategy planning and meetingsSupport Group Finance Support Manager re J-SOX, internal control, internal audit monitoring, treasury, hedging, credit and AR, contract reviews for risk where required

Join a dynamic finance team in a developing and demanding industry as their Accountant.Your SAICA or SAIPA post article experience is advantageous in running and maintaining the accounting of companies up to trial balance.The work is deadline driven, while working in the harmony of progressive offices designed for employee success.Requirements:Matric,Accounting degree (B. Com / B. Compt or similar)Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles will be advantageousGood Accounting knowledge including IFRS, Tax and VATKnowledge of relevant IT/Accounting systemsUnderstanding laws and regulations specific to the industry [advantageous]Good problem-solving and strong communication skillsComputer skills (Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)Previous experience working on Sage X3 will be advantageousAnalytical and logical thinking skillsAbility to work both independently as well as within a team and deadline drivenHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detailEnglish (Read, write, and speak)Duties and Responsibilities:Run and maintain accounting up to trial balance stage:Recording of day-to-day financial transactionsRevenue recognition, customer invoicingFixed Assets and Intangible Assets register maintenance (additions, disposals, deprecation calculation, etc.)Loan register maintenance (drawdowns, repayments, interests, etc.)Accounting estimates and accrualsMonthly reconciliations: banks, customers, suppliers, loans, assets, taxProcessing Month end and year end journalsReview of quarterly foreign currency revaluationsAssist in monthly compliance returns (VAT and WHT)Assistance on annual financial audits as requiredWork closely with the rest of the Asset Management Team helping in preparing documentation for stakeholdersReporting duties: assistance with AFS preparationMaintenance of a register of all contractual agreements for the GroupBanking: Complete FOREX payments form on the physical and banking platformsLoading of supplier details and payments on banking systemDraw of proof of payments and distribution to the related manager/supplier

Do you have excellent finance experience and want to further your career as an Accountant? If you like to be in a modern working environment, enjoy state of the art progressive offices designed for employee success, then this environment and finance team along with their dynamic people is where you will want to develop your career further!Highly advantageous if you have SAICA OR SAIPA post article experience.Requirements:Matric,Accounting degree (B. Com / B. Compt or similar)Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles will be advantageousGood Accounting knowledge including IFRS, Tax and VATKnowledge of relevant IT / Accounting systemsUnderstanding laws and regulations specific to the industry [advantageous]Good problem-solving and strong communication skillsComputer skills (Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)Previous experience working on Sage X3 will be advantageousAnalytical and logical thinking skillsAbility to work both independently as well as within a team and deadline drivenHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detailEnglish (Read, write, and speak)Duties and Responsibilities:Run and maintain accounting up to trial balance stage:Recording of day-to-day financial transactionsRevenue recognition, customer invoicingFixed Assets and Intangible Assets register maintenance (additions, disposals, deprecation calculation, etc.)Loan register maintenance (drawdowns, repayments, interests, etc.)Accounting estimates and accrualsMonthly reconciliations: banks, customers, suppliers, loans, assets, taxProcessing Month end and year end journalsReview of quarterly foreign currency revaluationsAssist in monthly compliance returns (VAT and WHT)Assistance on annual financial audits as requiredWork closely with the rest of the Asset Management Team helping in preparing documentation for stakeholdersReporting duties: assistance with AFS preparationMaintenance of a register of all contractual agreements for the GroupBanking: Complete FOREX payments form on the physical and banking platformsLoading of supplier details and payments on banking systemDraw of proof of payments and distribution to the related manager/supplier

Job Requisition DetailsREQ131275Location: Sandton, JohannesburgClosing Date: 14 April 2024Talent Acquisition: Bongiwe MchunuJob FamilyProject, Process and ProductCareer StreamProjectsLeadership PipelineManage Others (MO)Job PurposeTo lead the development and delivery of priority growth initiatives, that will materially increase Consumer Banking revenues. This would be achieved collaboratively with stakeholders and partners from across the Group. The material nature of the initiatives means there will be no more than 2:3 of these growth initiatives in flight at a time.Job Responsibilities:Identify and prioritise material, non:Business:As:Usual, growth initiatives that have the potential to materially increase Consumer Banking revenues. :Use robust analytics and insights in this identification and prioritisation process. :Take an investor or "outside:in" view in identifying and prioritising such initiatives.:Build business cases that show the Net Present Value of proposed initiatives. :Use analyses and benchmarks to derive clear and realistic assumptions and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that drive the value creation in the business case.:Identify, structure and quantify the requirements to deliver each initiative across technology, talent, data etc.:Secure the resources to deliver the initiative across technology, talent, data etc. :Leverage existing technology processes to resource and deliver technology enablers. :Leverage people from across the Group who can dedicate themselves to the priority initiatives. :Secure support from other Group functions as necessary, e.g. for data, marketing, risk and compliance etc.:Build and maintain quality relationships with stakeholders and partners.:Establish the tracking and Management Information to ensure suitable benefits realisation from the initiatives, in partnership with Finance.:Establish the governance required for the initiatives. :Leverage existing Forums where appropriate.:Lead execution of the initiative, including resolving bottlenecks to timeous and quality execution as they arise.:Lead any required change management at all relevant levels of the organisation.:Track and report on associated revenue benefits, in partnership with Finance.:Contribute to the Cluster and Group objectives through the successful delivery of material growth initiatives.Essential Qualification : NQF Level :Degree : B Com or BSc degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce or similarPreferred Qualification:Post:graduate qualification e.g. Chartered Accountant, Masters etc.Minimum Experience Level:5 : 10 years professional experience within a similar role at senior manager levelTechnical / Professional Knowledgestylemargin:top:0.0;margin:bottom:0.0::Strategic planning:Business administration and management:Communication Strategies:Change management:Financial Accounting Principles:Principles of project management:Relevant regulatory knowledge:Client Service ManagementBehavioural Competenciesstylemargin:top:0.0;margin:bottom:0.0::Establishing Strategic Direction:Leading Change:Sharing Responsibility:Driving Execution:Motivating the Sales Organization:Business Savvy::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: the Nedbank Recruiting Team at +27 860 555 566

We are seeking an experienced Financial Manager to join our extraordinary team. As a key member of our organization, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations, driving strategic initiatives, and contributing to the overall financial health and success of the company.If you are a seasoned financial professional with a proven track record of excellence, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team.Duties and Responsibilities:Manage the financial management process of the business including timeous and insightful commercial reporting, accurate and timely submission of statutory, tax and other returns.Preparation of budgets and forecasts and monitoring of financial, strategic and operational KPI’s.Ensure the recording and reporting of transactions (valid, accurate and complete) to measure the financial performance as well as reflect the financial position of the company.To Manage the Internal Control Environment, ensuring a robust control environment in order to protect company assets and enable accurate and complete financial reporting.ReportingReport on the financial performance and position of the business to BSure Africa management, the group management, regulatory authorities and relevant stakeholders as required.Ensure accurate and timely preparation of the Annual Financial Statements of -Sure Group Holdings.Oversee input into the interim and annual reports of the group.Prepare the financial reports for the BSure Group Holdings board of directors.Financial ManagementEnsure complete and accurate recording of revenue and expenses in the general ledger (allocations, timing etc) and monitor expenses to budget and forecast.Manage expenses through authorisation, adjusting or redirecting expenditure.Ensure monthly processes are completed in a timely manner, for reporting and close off to comply within the group deadlines.Review and improve revenue and expense recording processes where relevant.Track performance of the business against target via dashboards and KPI measurements.Ensure complete and accurate recording of reserves in the general ledger.Look for operational efficiencies within the company leading to cost saving opportunities.Maintain Internal ControlsEnsure the operating effectiveness of internal controls (finance and business where a breakdown in controls may result in a negative financial impact).Design and implement controls where controls are absent and / or deficient.Prepare and support the business where appropriate for internal and external audits.Address audit findings relating to finance and ensure that adverse findings relating to other business areas are addressed by the relevant Manco member.Ensure documentation is maintained and adhered to for accounting policies, limits of authority and accounting procedures and controls.TaxationAssist in the accurate computation of tax for B-Sure Group Holdings.Create plans to obtain tax efficiencies.Ensure adequate controls on tax computation and processes.Ensure the accurate and timely submission of tax returns of the B-Sure Group Holdings.Ensure Solvency of the BusinessMonitor the solvency and capital adequacy of B-Sure Group Holdings.Analyse underlying drivers of capital and solvency, identify necessary structural changes for the long-term solvency of the business.Provide input to Group team on solvency and Solvency Capital Requirement.Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the regulator regarding solvency.Working Capital and Cash FlowManage and monitor the working capital cycle and ensure that the business has sufficient liquidity to meet obligations including distributions to the companies within BSure Group Holdings.Budget and ForecastsResponsible for the budget and forecast process in line with the requirements of BSure Group Holdings.Compile the budget presentation within the timeframes stipulated.Communicate the final revenue and expense and forecast to all department relevant managers.Constantly assess the budget and forecast process and implement improvements where necessary.Leadership and People ManagementEnsure team and individual objectives are defined and measurable, and that they are aligned to the organisational objectives.Manage, support, inform, mentor, motivate and develop the finance team.Promote a high-performance culture.Continuously improve general employee retention and engagement to optimise people productivity.All meetings/conference should be adequately prepared for: put actions plans together; discuss challenges, PowerPoint presentations, etc.Attend all meetings and action/follow up on minutes from all meetings and or conferences.All other assigned duties.Minimum Requirements:Registered Chartered Accountant (CA) in South Africa3 – 5 Years post qualifying experienceExperience in managing a diverse teamArticles completed at one of the big four is advantageousFinancial services experience or experience working in the insurance sector is beneficial

Our well known Transport Company client based in Lindbro Park, Sandton, Gauteng has an opportunity for an experienced Accountant.Must have BComm degree, with completed articlesThe age bracket must be between 25 and 30 years old with lots of potential for development and growth for senior positions e.g. Accounting Manager in the future.The salary package is as follows: Basic Salary from R29 034 to around R37 990 depending on experience and qualifications. The car allowance is R13 831 per month, +fuel allowance, + Provident Fund, & Medical Aid fund.The responsibilities of the Accountant will be quite extensive to ensure that the all-round accountancy duties are performed i.e. Preparing and reviewing reconciliations; focus on financial analysis; ensuring that monthly management reports are generated timeously; assist with management accounts, schedules and queries; preparing financial policies and procedures; assist with year-end functions; responsible for handling of individual company accounts and any other ad hoc assignments / projects which will be assigned from Group Financial Executive and Company Secretary.The ideal candidate must have at least a BCom Degree or an equivalent degree / qualification, a minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in an accounting environment together with relevant IFRS knowledge and experience.Knowledge Required:Accounting backgroundKnowledge of Accounting PracticesKnowledge of IFRS accounting practices and principlesAuditing practices and principlesAbility to Analyse DataCompany policies and proceduresSkills Required:Supervisory skillsExcellent administrative and organisationalCritical thinking skillsAbility to meet deadlinesCommunication skillsGood Interpersonal skillsExcellent time management skillsAdvanced computer skillsAnalytical skillsAttitude:EthicalIntegrityConfidentialDrive and motivationQuality orientedResults OrientedDeadline drivenAttention to detailAccuracyPro-activeCommittedAbility to work under pressure and long hours when necessary

Bsure Group is looking for a hard working, talented Accountant to join our finance team!Duties & Responsibilities:SARS submissions (VAT, EMP201, Income Tax etc.)Able to recommend accounting treatment;Reviewing of cashbooks, general ledgers, reconciliations;Team management and task prioritisation;Other Skills: Advanced Excel, Xero accounting system, Pastel Evolution/Partner (not essential)Qualities:Comfortable with extended hours when requiredFast learnerAttention to detailAble to lead a small team of bookkeepers and clerksEffective communicatorDesired Experience & Qualifications:Education: Bcom AccountingWork Experience: 5+ years in a fast paced environmentPackage & Remuneration:R25k – R35k per month based on experience.