Group Financial Accountant - Novus Holdings

Novus Holdings is currently seeking to employ a Group Financial Accountant on a fixed-term contract basis.  The successful incumbent will be focusing on key aspects within group's financial department.  Reporting to the Group Financial Manager, the incumbent must have a track record of excellence that is built on a strong foundation of values in a performance-driven culture and a strategic thinker as well.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of group consolidated financial statements and ensuring compliance with IFRS and JSE listing requirements
• Preparation of subsidiary financial statements
• Assist with compiling tax-relevant information for the group, calculate tax liabilities and submit relevant documentation to SARS including assisting with and responding to SARS queries
• Assist with the calculation and submission of indirect taxes and other tax-relevant information for the group
• Perform the monthly group consolidation and reporting
• Preparation of quarterly and annual board pack submissions
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting for the Group
• Assist with the group treasury function
• Prepare the general ledger for the holding company and other non-operating entities of the Group
• Engage with the external auditors around key accounting matters and reporting
• Ad hoc requirements including group initiatives or divisional financial projects

Skills and Competencies

• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task
• Analysing
• Effective Communication
• The ability to work under pressure
• Work independently and as a part of a team
• Advanced Computer skills
• Adhering to principles and values
• Writing and Reporting
• Planning and Organising
• Ability to adapt and respond to change