Accountant – Nedbank 224 views

Job Purpose

To process, analyze, interpret, collate and present financial and non-financial information in order to drive strategy, enable decision making and support Nedbank Business Units, as per the business strategy.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure all general ledger entries are accurate and correctly posted and approved by checking daily reports, performing quality control checks and querying incorrect postings.
• Perform quality control checks (daily and monthly process) by verifying data accuracy, proper authorization and reconciling the general ledger accounts.
• Compile monthly Management Reports.
• Prepare annual financial statements in Compliance with IFRS.
• Assist with preparation of budgets and forecasts within turnaround times by gathering business requirements, understanding business trends, and projecting forwards and making recommendations where appropriate.
• Collating data, creating reports, analyzing and commenting on the results.
• Meet deadlines by working within the monthly strategic calendar.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships by attending relevant meetings and regular communication.
• Build trusting professional relationships by sharing professional knowledge, meeting deadlines and providing high quality work.
• Ensure compliance by following regulations, policies and procedures.
• Prepare quarterly Regulatory Reports for submission and other Financial Reports as requested.
• Ensure information is provided correctly to stakeholders by maintaining knowledge sharing knowledge with team.
• Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives.
• Compile audit files for external auditors.
• Effective and efficient communication with stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities Continue

• Strong work ethics
• Managing Work (includes Time Management)
• Strong Communication Skills
• Innovative
• Applied Learning
• Contributing to Team Success

Essential Qualifications – NQF Level

Preferred Qualification

• Matric (25 Points), Diploma in Accounting or BCom Accounting or equivalent

Minimum Experience Level

• Must have 3-5 years’ experience in Accounting and Financial Management, with 1-2 years’ experience in financial services
• Experience in the insurance industry will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of ACCPAC Accounting system will be an advantage.

Technical / Professional Knowledge

Behavioural Competencies