Specialist Technical Accountant

2 months ago


Johannesburg, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

Company Description
-We have an exciting position for a Specialist Technical Accountant to offer a Centre of Excellence for technical International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and accounting, advising senior management and finance teams on accounting treatment in line with accounting policies and IFRS, and their application.
Be part of the team.
The team that makes it happen.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.

Job Description
-As the Specialist Technical Accountant, you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

- Consistently apply Safety and Health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for the safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
- Monitor, research and share developments in financial accounting and reporting, especially regarding the IFRS.
- Drive integrating new standards and policies into existing procedures and systems.
- Ensure compliance with the latest approved accounting and reporting regime (Kumba and Group), regulations and legislation.
- Evaluate and assess the implications for internal accounting and reporting processes and prepare recommendations for developed/obtained solutions and proposed system, policies, and procedure changes.
- Propose projects to automate and standardise transactional accounting throughout Kumba. Drive them once approved.
- Prepare group and company financial statements and related reports for the group entities.
- Reporting significant accounting matters to the Audit Committee and Anglo American.
- Use data analytics to derive insights from financial data to inform decision-making and identify trends.

This role is in Finance (FIN) at a Band 6 level reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager.

Qualifications

- -Grade 12 or equivalent
- NQF 7 Degree in Finance/Commercial/Business Accounting/Economics
- NQF 8 Postgraduate Degree in Finance/Commercial/Business Accounting/Economics is preferred
- CA (SA) registered professional
- Valid SA Drivers licence

Experience

- 6-8 years of experience in Accounting, preferably gained from a corporate environment within a mining/resources company.
- Awareness of how accounting processes interface with and impact other teams within the Finance department.
- Proficiency in preparing consolidated financial statements accurately and efficiently.
- In-depth understanding of complex commercial and technical accounting issues and a firm grasp of IFRS.
- Familiarity with financial systems, such as SAP and HFM, and a solid understanding of financial controls.
- Operational knowledge within the mining industry is considered an asset.
- Experience collaborating with other functional disciplines to deliver technical accounting and taxation solutions (advantageous).

Additional Information
-What we offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We are a large, successful multinational company – and we are still growing all the time.
Who we are?
Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.
As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process



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