Scheme Accountant

SUMMARY:
Scheme Accountant

POSITION INFO:

Our client, a Financial Institution based in Umhlanga is seeking to employ a Scheme Accountant to join their team.

Purpose of the Role

• To ensure that all transactions relating to the scheme are recorded completely and accurately in the correct reporting period, and within the correct accounts in the general ledger.
• To provide our Business Partners with accurate, complete, reliable, and value-adding financial reporting, financial analysis and insight relating to the financial status of the schemes administered .
• Retain accountability for the overall integrity of all financial information pertaining to the scheme. 

Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours:

• A good understanding of the purpose and context of financial reporting.
• A good understanding of financial concepts, especially those applicable to the role.
• An understanding of accounting processes/practices and their impact on financial reporting.
• The ability to work with large volumes of financial data accurately and efficiently.
• Advanced Excel skills, with proven ability to apply these skills.
• The ability to see the “big picture” to understand the impact of financial reports provided.
• A high level of attention to detail.
• The ability to analyse reports and explain variances clearly.
• Logical, methodical, rational, analytical and efficient.
• The ability to plan, prioritise, and co-ordinate to meet deadlines and achieve results.
• The ability to remain calm and manage and co-ordinate deadlines under pressure.
• The ability to work independently but also as part of a bigger team.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written) to liaise effectively with business partners and stakeholders.
• Good collaboration and relationship management skills.
• The ability to remain robust, confident, and assertive in discussions with business partners and stakeholders.
• A good customer service orientation.
• The ability to consistently demonstrate commitment and hard work.
• A continuous improvement orientation would be a distinct advantage.

Education / Experience

• B Comm. or equivalent national diploma in Finance/Accounting is required.
• At least 2- 3 years previous related working experience in a corporate entity is required.
• Experience in working with advanced Excel is required.
• Previous work experience in the financial services environment would be a distinct advantage.
• Experience in dealing with underwriters/clients/business partners would be an advantage.

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