Group Financial Reporting Specialist

Badger Holdings South Africa, a dynamic insurance group in the finance sector, is seeking a talented group financial reporting Specialist to join our team in George. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled finance professional to contribute to the Group's external and internal financial reporting, as well as oversee subsidiary financial reporting requirements. Reporting to the financial management team, you will collaborate with various teams across the organization to drive financial excellence.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver statutory financial reporting for all Group companies.
• Prepare separate and consolidated IFRS financial statements.
• Manage annual tax computations and tax-related disclosures as part of the statutory financial reporting function.
• Oversee group external auditors and manage deadlines.
• Provide advice and support to finance teams on IFRS accounting matters.
• Identify opportunities to simplify and automate financial processes while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Support the finance function with ad-hoc tasks and business improvements.

Skills and attributes:

The ideal candidate should have:

• Strong analytical and technical accounting skills, with experience in IFRS reporting and implementation. Knowledge of IFRS 17 is advantageous (training will be provided).
• Experience in drafting multi-legal entity separate and consolidated IFRS financial statements.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent reconciliation and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while delivering high-quality results.
• Strong prioritisation skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and financial statement production software (Acumatica, Xero, and Draftworx preferred, but training will be provided).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong overall computer literacy.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable team player who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• A drive for process improvement and efficiency.

Qualifications and experience:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant – CA(SA).
• Insurance industry knowledge and experience are beneficial but not required.

Additional information:

• All applicants must be available for digital interviews.

Why join us?

If you are a highly motivated finance professional with a passion for financial reporting and strong technical skills, we want to hear from you! This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional team while advancing your career in a leading financial services group.

Posted on 07 Feb 10:21, Closing date 8 Mar