THE JOB AT A GLANCE
Reporting to the Head of Financial & Regulatory Reporting, the Investment & Treasury Accountant will be responsible for the financial accounting function for RMA group relating to Investments & Treasury
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
IFRS Compliance
Ensure that all financial information is reported in accordance with IFRS/Insurance Act and General Accepted Accounted Practices.
Ensure that investment Income, Expenses, Assets and Liabilities are reported in terms of IFRS.
Ensure management accounts are prepared in accordance with IFRS and Group requirements.
Investment Analysis & Reporting
Responsible for the accounting function for the investments
Prepare Investment financial accounts for EXCO so as to support the financial decision-making process
Make necessary improvements on all Reporting ensuring EXCO/Board Sub-Committees are fully informed
Assist with the preparation of budgets.
Assist with the review of invoices
Responsible for the analysis of investment returns.
Assist with fund allocation splits for tax.
Cashflow preparation & analysis.
Process Automation and Data Integrity
Continuously develop and streamline process automation within the finance operational areas
Review all systems procedures and controls and make necessary improvements where appropriate
Ensure data integrity of information within financial reporting systems
Governance and Controls
Establish and continuously maintain accounting policies and procedures
Ensure all internal controls for Financial systems and reporting is adequate
Formulate and maintain group accounting and financial practices and ensure compliance of all subsidiaries in this regard
Responsible for the controls and documentation relating to income and expenditure
Ensure continuous governance and controls in relation to financial information
Ensure financial reporting system control and integration with existing and developmental platforms
Treasury & Balance Sheet Management
Reconciliation of Investment balances.
Management of solvency & liquidity.
Management of funding & investments in line with Strategic Asset Allocation.
Preparation of investment & disinvestment documentation.
Business Partnering
Strategically partner with compliance, regulatory reporting & actuarial department.
Support dividend payment process.
Support & liaise with Investment Executive to execute strategic objectives.
Assist with cash functions to support business
Prepare investment reports to be integrated into the overall financial reporting framework.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE?
Minimum of 4 years in a accounting role focusing on investments & treasury.
NQF Level 8: Honors degree in Financial management, Investment or Accounting. CIMA, CA or CFA preferable.
Knowledge of investment management, cash & bank, liquidity & solvency business policies & general accounting standards.
Background knowledge of financial sector and life insurance industry
Above average IT skills.
Knowledge of investment, bond & capital markets.
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rma.mcidirecthire.com