Job Description To provide support to the business unit by applying accounting principles in monitoring and analyzing financial data, maintaining accurate records of financial transactions, and providing accurate accounting information to the business unit to support business decisions Identify, control and escalate potential risks which may lead to increased costs Analyse financial transactions and statements against budget to identify and monitor data against forecast for correction of potential weak areas and report to CEO. Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders. Continuously review accounting packs to ensure consistent accounting treatment in line with GAAP. Implement, benchmark and improve all business processes in the designated area of responsibility (e.g. Costing model, G/L returns, VAT processes). Comply with governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements. Ensure financial-specific journal entries are uploaded onto the G/L Improve business decisions by providing accurate and reliable business intelligence (information) together with analyzing trends and data. Ensure that risk assessments are carried out through detailed analysis and ensure effective remedies are implemented and measured. Manage own development to increase own competencies. Establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external business partners daily Assist FNB Group to accurately prepare annual financial statements by ensuring that Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) system in country is accurately updated / maintained, and the necessary validations are cleared Performs month-end/ year end reporting including the preparation of of Reporting packs and support schedules. Reviews general ledger reconciliations and ensures that corrective action is effected timeously Qualifications and Experience A professional accounting qualification from an internationally recognized body: BICA, ACCA, CIMA A relevant Business Degree, with majors in accounting and/or Finance At least 3-5 years of progressive work experience in finance and accounting, prior work in a controls or auditing environment will be a plus Strong interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate, and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment. Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective. Competencies: Financial Accounting Internal Controls Financial controls Analytical Skills Proficient in Microsoft Office tools Exceptional Business acumen Stakeholder Management Job Details Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. 18/09/25 All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Should you have any queries, please log it via MyQ. FirstRand provides a comprehensive range of financial services in South Africa and certain markets in broader Africa. The group also offers certain niche products and services in the UK and India. Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX), FirstRand Limited is the largest financial institution by market capitalisation in Africa. The group follows a multi-branding approach. Its portfolio of financial services businesses includes FNB, RMB, WesBank, Ashburton Investments, Aldermore, MotoNovo and DirectAxis. Many are leaders in their respective segments and markets, offering transactional, lending, investment and insurance products and services The FirstRand Corporate Centre houses many of the critical functions required by a large and complex financial services group. The group's track record of delivering superior returns to shareholders has been achieved through a combination of organic growth, acquisitions, innovation and the creation of completely new businesses. The group’s purpose of delivering Shared Prosperity provides many opportunities for employees to innovate to address social and environmental challenges in our markets. All of our businesses have successful Volunteering programmes which also allow employees to adopt and support causes close to their hearts.
