Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

This role supports the Channel finance area and is responsible for the maintenance of accounting records, financial analyses, commentary and information for management reporting. The incumbent is individually and collectively accountable for achieving results through own efforts.

Key Result Area:

Maintain accounting records

Compile, process and approve accounting entriesInvoicing and settlements  Account and budget centre hierarchy maintenance  Responsible and accountable for accuracy and completeness of general ledgersBank servicing and cashflow managementCompile and submit results per Group reporting requirementsMaintain a strong financial control environmentContinuous evaluation of finance processes and driving process optimisationPreparation of Annual Financial StatementsPreparation and submission of monthly and annual tax/VATLiaise with internal and external auditors

Management Reporting

Compiles supporting documents for Channels and Group Finance Prepare reportsAnalyse and provide commentary on the financial results with insights

Technical Effectiveness

MS Office with solid Excel skills (intermediate)Oracle Financials (required) and HFM (preferred)An understanding of current IFRS accounting standards

Personal Effectiveness

Accepts and lives the company valuesAccountable for service delivery through own efforts and through othersCollaborates effectively with others to achieve personal resultsIndividually accountable for managing own time, tasks and output quality over periods of 1 day to a max of three monthsStrong information monitoring and analytical skillsAttention to detailStakeholder management and communication skillsMakes increased contributions by broadening individual skills

Team Effectiveness

Balances own priorities with directing and motivating others.Creates a climate for optimal performance.Guides and directs staff to achieve operational excellence standards.Manages performance.Plans & assigns work.

Education and Experience:

Charted Accountant (SA) 3-5 Years Experience working experience Financial Industry Experience

Skills

Accounting, Budget Management, Business Requirements Analysis, Data Controls, Evaluating Information, Financial Accounting, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Financial Auditing, Financial Modeling, Legal Practices, Management Accounting, Policies & Procedures, Report Review

Competencies

Business InsightCommunicates EffectivelyEnsures AccountabilityFinancial AcumenManages ComplexityOptimizes Work ProcessesOrganizational SavvyPlans and Aligns

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

16 May 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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