CA - Assistant Financial Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Chartered Accountant (CA) for a commercial insurance businessfor a 3-month project. Must be available immediately. 

Responsibilities:

Duties include:

• Reinsurance Accounts:Prepare quarterly invoices to reinsurers.
• Reconcile and manage all payments to and from reinsurers on a quarterly basis.
• Xol calculation, facultative accounting and proportional accounting done monthly.
• Reconciliations and Payments: Extract information and process payment of broker commission statements monthly.
• Prepare SASRIA reconciliation and payment report monthly.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for review by the Financial Manager.
• Prepare cashbook reconciliations for review by the Financial Manager.
• Load payments onto online banking for authorization by the Financial Manager.
• Assist with general accounting and reconciliations as assigned.
• Month end processes: Prepare monthly bordereaux receipting.
• Load journals on ACCPAC system.
• Balance the debtor control accounts and prepare the age analysis report.
• Completion of monthly finance templates as requested.
• Preparation of management reports and packs.
• Completion of IFRS17 templates.
• Financial Year End and Audit: Assist in the preparation of financial year end processes and reports.
• Compile information required for the external audit.
• Ensure compliance to audit requirements.
• Assisting with internal and external audit requirements.
• Provide strategic financial leadership and management within complex organisational structures
  
• Develop and implement robust financial controls and processes to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including IFRS 17.
  
• Prepare and analyse financial statements, management reports, and budgets, providing insights to support decision-making at all levels.
  
• Liaise with external auditors, ensuring smooth audit processes and compliance with audit requirements.
  
• Coach and mentor junior staff, fostering their professional growth and development.
  
• Conduct payroll audits, tax calculations, and submissions to regulatory authorities.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimise business performance.
  
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, IT teams, project managers, and external partners.
  
• Lead the financial management of significant projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
  
• Drive efficiency and effectiveness in financial processes through automation and technology adoption.
  

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with over ten years of post-article experience.
• Proven expertise in finance management, project accounting, auditing, and financial planning.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and financial software such as SAP, QuickBooks, and Sage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in coaching and developing junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Postgraduate qualification in financial planning or related field is advantageous.
• Experience with IFRS 17 journals would be an advantage.
• Willingness to work on-site in Parktown for the project