Group Accountant

We are looking for a driven, detail-oriented Group Accountant to join this holding company’s finance team.

We are looking for driven, detail-oriented Group Accountants to join this holding company’s finance team. You will manage financial information across a broad portfolio of businesses, contribute to key decision-making and play an active role in strengthening financial systems and processes.
This role is ideal for someone who is energetic, proactive and eager to grow—a self-starter who takes initiative, communicates well and brings a positive, solution-driven attitude to the team.

Qualifications, skills and experience required:

• BCom Accounting or equivalent (including core accounting and basic IFRS).
• Strong academic performance throughout academic transcripts. 

• 3–5 years’ relevant accounting experience.
• Experience across multiple entities or group structures is preferred.

• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, SUMIFS).
• Sage experience (advantageous).
• Strong understanding of financial information flows.
• Comfortable with digital tools and Microsoft 365.

• Analytical, structured, and detail-oriented.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative.
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Thrives in an evolving, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records for the holding company.
• Prepare monthly trial balances, management accounts, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with group intercompany transactions and cash management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS reporting standards.
• Review financial information and enhance its value to stakeholders.

Analysis & Support

• Analyse results, identify variances, and provide actionable insights.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, audits, and statutory reporting.

Systems & Processes

• Work extensively in Excel to manage, analyse, and consolidate financial data.
• Use and maintain Sage (experience advantageous).
• Strengthen internal controls and drive process improvements.
• Manage multi-currency transactions and reconciliations.

Compliance & Administration

• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Support tax and statutory compliance.
• Ensure all documentation and accounting records are properly maintained.

Why join this company?

Become part of a well-established yet forward-thinking group where you will gain exposure to multiple industries, collaborate with senior leadership, and contribute directly to shaping financial processes. If you are looking for real responsibility, continuous learning and a role that grows with you, this is it.