Job Description
Full job descriptionWhat will you do?We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Financial Reporting at Emerald based in Fourways Johannesburg.What will make you successful?The Head of Financial Reporting takes overall responsibility to produce financial reports, financial statements, budgets and forecasts. This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer, and responsibilities also include overseeing tax matters, regulatory, investment and projects. ResponsibilitiesOverseeing completion of monthly trial balances, underwriting results and reporting to internal and external parties.Reinsurance accounting, including review of reinsurance credit control.Reconciliation of IFRS 4 vs IFRS 17 results (transition).Overseeing the VAT and income tax payment processes.Monthly management accounts preparation and presentation to Exco.Review of group reporting financial pack.Overseeing Group and internal projects.Preparation of annual financial statements.Preparation of annual tax return.Developing and maintaining budgets and quarterly forecasts.Regulatory reporting and compliance.Banking and investments – authorization of payments and managing investments.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Relevant bachelors degree and post graduate qualification
Experience
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, IFRS and taxTechnical skills: short term insurance and reinsurance accounting (non-negotiable)SAICA articles would be an advantageComputer literacy (MS Office)