Cape Town: Group Accountant posted by Hire Resolve

About the Role

Hire Resolve’s Client in the FMCG space is currently looking for a Group Accountant to join their team. The Group Accountant is a pivotal role within the Finance department, responsible for managing and overseeing the accounting operations within the company. This position involves supervising and mentoring a team and ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting, risk management and compliance across the group, whilst displaying leadership and guidance to the accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements and reports for the group, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and tax filings as well as liaising with tax authorities to resolve any issues.
• Implement and maintain reporting procedures to comply with internal control requirements.
• Manage a team, including training, mentoring, and evaluating their performance, as well as fostering a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
• Ensure that the team is effective, efficient, and aligned with the strategic goals of the organization.
• Continuously evaluate financial and accounting processes for efficiency gains and strategic alignment.
• Implement best practices and standard operating procedures across all entities.
• Coordinate with department heads to prepare budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyse financial data and create models for decision support.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors for audits, as well as preparing audit schedules.
• Ensure robust internal controls are in place to manage and mitigate financial risks.
• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization.
• Liaise with financial institutions.
• Maintain strong relationships with senior executives to provide financial insights that influence strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Certificates in CPA, SAIPA, ACCA, and/or CA is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years proven experience in finance and/or accounting roles.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Knowledge of financial reporting requirements, such as GAAP and IFRS.
• Proficient knowledge and experience in accounting software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field