Financial Accountant

Reference: NPr004431-ClaG-1 Build Your Expertise in Multi-Entity Consolidations Within a Multinational GroupDuties & ResponsibilitiesAre you a technically strong finance professional with a passion for group reporting, consolidations, and complex IFRS reporting environments ? Are you looking to build your career within a multinational organisation where you'll gain exposure to sophisticated reporting structures, multiple legal entities, and listed-company reporting requirements? An exciting opportunity has become available for an ambitious Financial Accountant to join a dynamic multinational group. This role is ideally suited to a finance professional who enjoys working with complex group structures, intercompany transactions, and multi-entity consolidations while developing deeper expertise in financial reporting and technical accounting. Working alongside experienced finance leaders, you will play a critical role in the preparation of consolidated financial information, group reporting, statutory compliance, and financial analysis across multiple entities. If you're looking to establish yourself as a specialist in group reporting and consolidations while gaining broader exposure to commercial finance, this could be the ideal next step in your career. Key Responsibilities Group Reporting & Consolidations • Prepare and support monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidations across multiple entities. • Manage intercompany reconciliations and eliminate intercompany transactions within the consolidation process. • Ensure accurate and timely submission of financial information from business units across the group. • Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements within a listed and multinational reporting environment. • Assist with reporting requirements relating to acquisitions, disposals, and group restructuring activities. • Maintain reporting integrity and consistency across all reporting entities. • Participate in projects aimed at improving group reporting processes and consolidation methodologies. Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. • Support statutory reporting requirements and annual financial statement preparation. • Ensure compliance with IFRS and group accounting policies. • Assist with technical accounting matters, including exposure to complex standards such as IFRS 3 and business combinations. • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial information throughout the reporting cycle. Financial Planning & Analysis • Support budgeting and forecasting processes across multiple entities. • Perform variance analysis and provide meaningful commentary on business performance. • Assist with financial modelling, performance analysis, and management reporting. • Identify trends and provide insights to support strategic decision-making. Tax, Compliance & Controls • Assist with Income Tax and VAT compliance requirements. • Prepare tax reconciliations and supporting schedules. • Support internal and external audit processes. • Assist in strengthening financial controls, governance frameworks, and reporting processes. • Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations across various entities. Stakeholder Engagement • Partner with finance teams across multiple business units and jurisdictions. • Liaise with auditors and group reporting stakeholders. • Support management reporting and ad hoc financial analysis requests. • Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders across the group structure. Requirements Qualifications • BCom Accounting, Finance, or related qualification. • Completed SAICA or SAIPA Articles. • CA(SA) candidates or professionals pursuing registration will be highly regarded. Experience • 1-3 years' post-articles commercial experience. • Strong exposure to: • Multi-entity reporting • Group consolidations • Intercompany reconciliations • Financial reporting • Management accounting • Experience within multinational, listed, FMCG, manufacturing, publishing, or other complex group environments will be highly advantageous. Technical Skills • Strong understanding of: • Group Reporting & Consolidations • Intercompany Accounting • IFRS Reporting & Technical Accounting • Financial Statements • Budgeting & Forecasting • FP&A & Financial Analysis • Tax Compliance (Income Tax & VAT) • Balance Sheet Reconciliations • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential. • Strong analytical and financial reporting capabilities. Key Competencies The ideal candidate will demonstrate: • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • A passion for group reporting and consolidations. • Excellent organisational and deadline-management abilities. • Commercial awareness and business acumen. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. • The ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment. Why Consider This Opportunity? This role offers exceptional exposure to a sophisticated multinational finance environment where multi-entity consolidations and group reporting sit at the heart of the role . You'll gain hands-on experience working across complex group structures, deepen your IFRS expertise, and contribute to strategic reporting initiatives that support executive decision-making. If you're looking to build a career in Group Reporting & Consolidations while developing broader commercial finance skills within a multinational environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Today! For more exciting Finance opportunities, visit: www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com I specialise in recruiting within: • Chartered Accountants (CA(SA) • Group Reporting & Consolidations • Financial Accountants • Financial Managers • Commercial Finance & FP&A • Management Accountants • General Finance Claire Gill Recruitment Consultant Cgill@networkrecruitment.co.za If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain on our database and may be considered for future suitable opportunities.