Reporting Accountant (Cape Town)
Listing reference: grind_000575
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 12 August 2025
Position summary
Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics
Job category: Transport and Logistics Management
Location: Cape Town
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
A challenging and exciting opportunity has become available for a suitably qualified individual to join a dynamic Finance Team, responsible for the financial reporting function for the Sturrock Grindrod Maritime Group, based in Cape Town.
Job description
Reporting to the Group Financial Manager, the successful applicant will be guided and trained towards the following responsibilities:
- Consolidation and submission of monthly/quarterly reports, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets and interim/year-end financial packs
- Consolidation and submission of cash flow forecasts, debtors and creditors and other working capital reports
- Consolidation and submission of all corporate financial reports in accordance with group deadlines
- Liaise with auditors regarding financial packs, prepare notes for annual financial statements and review the annual financial statements prepared
- IFRS calculations and disclosure
- Preparation of tax returns and other tax requirements
- Ensure intercompany transactions and balances are reconciled monthly
- Any other assistance deemed necessary by the Group Financial Manager/Divisional Executive: Finance from a financial perspective
- Continuously improve financial reporting and processes based on business needs.
Minimum requirements
We invite applications from candidates who meet the following minimum criteria:
Qualification:
- CA (SA)
Experience:
- Strong knowledge of technical IFRS accounting and analysis
- Group consolidation experience
- Multi-currency reporting exposure
- Preparation of Annual Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS and IFRS for SMEs
- Company tax knowledge
- Demonstrated experience in data analytics and systems (Advanced Excel, ERP, BI and reporting).
Required skills:
- Ability to work with accuracy and in a structured and methodical manner
- Analytical ability with strong attention to detail
- Good communication skills with professional written and spoken English
- Passion for technology and driving efficiencies through automation
- Results oriented, with personal drive to meet commitments and deadlines
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn