Financial and SOX Compliance Officer

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM002778/RMt

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

30000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Are you a finance professional with strong SOX exposure and experience working with complex financial systems? This is an opportunity to join a globally connected environment where accuracy, governance, and financial integrity are critical to business success.

POSITION INFO:

Company and Job Description

This globally established organisation operates across multiple regions and jurisdictions, delivering essential services to financial institutions, retailers, government bodies, and commercial clients. With operations spanning numerous countries, the business offers exposure to group reporting standards, multinational compliance requirements, and world-class financial systems.

The Junior Financial & SOX Compliance Officer will play a critical role in supporting group and local financial reporting, SOX compliance, audit coordination, and month-end processes. This role is suited to a technically strong finance professional who thrives in a structured, deadline-driven environment and wants exposure to international reporting and governance standards.

What’s in it for you?

Exposure to multinational group reporting and SOX compliance
Hands-on experience with leading financial systems
Strong career development within finance, compliance, and governance

Key Responsibilities

Gather and prepare data for financial, compliance, internal, and external reporting using Oracle Hyperion, SAGE 300, and Blackline Systems
Analyse variances from business units and prepare summary management reports
Support executive ad-hoc requests related to financial reporting
Perform balance sheet reconciliations using Blackline
Complete monthly and annual tax reports, including preparation of tax returns and payments
Coordinate the preparation of annual financial statements in line with company policy
Liaise with external auditors and support audit processes
Maintain the fixed asset register and assist with month-end close activities

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in finance and accounting
Completed articles preferred
Strong working knowledge of SOX and GAAP
Demonstrated experience collaborating with external auditors
Exposure to group reporting environments advantageous

Skills:

Proven experience with Oracle Hyperion, SAGE 300, and Blackline Systems (preferred)
Strong analytical and critical thinking ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Other non-negotiables:

Ability to work independently and within a team
Flexibility to support group reporting requirements across different time zones
High attention to detail and strong ethical standards
Solid understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act framework

Apply now!

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For more information contact:
Riah Mthimunye
Researcher: IT & Finance

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