Job Description

To provide support to the business unit by applying accounting principles in monitoring and analyzing financial data, maintaining accurate records of financial transactions, and providing accurate accounting information to the business unit to support business decisions.

• Identify, control and escalate potential risks which may lead to increased costs
• Analyse financial transactions and statements against budget to identify and monitor data against forecast for correction of potential weak areas and report to CEO.
• Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.
• Continuously review accounting packs to ensure consistent accounting treatment in line with GAAP.
• Implement, benchmark and improve all business processes in the designated area of responsibility (e.g. Costing model, G/L returns, VAT processes).
• Comply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements.
• Ensure financial-specific journal entries are uploaded onto the G/L
• Improve business decisions by providing accurate and reliable business intelligence (information) together with analyzing trends and data.
• Ensure that risk assessments are carried out through detailed analysis and ensure effective remedies are implemented and measured.
• Manage own development to increase own competencies.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external business partners daily.
• Assist FNB Group to accurately prepare annual financial statements by ensuring that Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) system in country is accurately updated / maintained, and the necessary validations are cleared
• Performs month-end/ year end reporting including the preparation of reporting packs and support schedules.
• Reviews general ledger reconciliations and ensures that corrective action is effected timeously.

Qualifications and Experience

• A part qualification from an internationally recognized body: BICA, ACCA, CIMA
• A relevant Business Degree, with majors in accounting and/or Finance
• At least 3-5 years of progressive work experience in finance and accounting, prior work in a controls or auditing environment will be a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate, and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment.
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective.

​ Competencies:

• Financial Accounting
• Internal Controls
• Financial controls
• Analytical Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
• Exceptional Business acumen
• Stakeholder Management

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Important Closing Date Note

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

18/07/26