TRAFFIC Western Cape

Assistant Management Accountant- Cape Town

Old Mutual Limited

Job Description

Assistant Management Accountant- Cape TownApplylocations: Pinelandstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-79771 Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this. Job Description The Assistant Management Accountant will support the PF Finance Expense Management team with day-to-day accounting duties as well as with the monthly and quarterly reporting. Duties/Responsibilities Financial Reporting Month end reporting - processing of journals and ensuring the accuracy and completeness thereof;Preparation of accruals such as leave and STIQuarterly - assist with HFM reporting requirements, e.g. fixed asset movements Balance Sheet Recons and financial controls Maintain balance sheet controls, such as sundry debtors and creditors;Assist with resolution of intercompany imbalances - liaising with group parties to resolve imbalances Management Reporting Preparation of monthly reports for business areas / PF Exco;Assist with analysis of expense variances, understanding root causes and writing commentaryPreparation of monthly headcount and remuneration reports;Assist with the monitoring and reporting on savings opportunities for the business VAT reporting Prepare data schedules required for VAT team Business Planning and Forecasting Assist the team with data inputs and data extracts from budgeting tool - IDU;Ensure business planning data is captured accurately;Compile budget reports per area; Audit & Corporate Governance Assist with the preparation of the quarterly and annual audit schedules and providing audit evidence.Effectively communicate with auditors to ensure all audit queries are adequately addressed and resolved. Ad-hoc projects Assistance with projects in the Expense management team;Automation and streamlining processes for optimal efficiency to add value to the team Necessary skills required: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and engage with stakeholders confidently and effectively.Strong team player skills and willing to be flexible assist the team to achieve shared goals.Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs.Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations.Critical thinking and understanding of processes.Ability to build partnerships and gain commitmentVery strong Excel knowledgeAbility to work with large volumes of dataWork to tight deadlines Desirable Skills Experience with Oracle Financials is highly advantageousExperience as an IDU Administrator is highly advantageous Qualifications required BComm Financial Accounting/Management accounting2 years of related experience is required Skills Accounting, Action Planning, Budget Management, Computer Literacy, Database Reporting, Data Classification, Data Compilation, Data Controls, Data Modeling, Evaluating Information, Financial Acumen, Management Reporting, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Report Review Competencies Business Insight Communicates Effectively Decision Quality Ensures Accountability Financial Acumen Manages Complexity Plans and Aligns Tech Savvy Education Closing Date 03 June 2026 , 23:59 The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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Salary Benchmark
R38,485/month
R27,932 to R54,299/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Reading Comprehension Active Listening Critical Thinking Speaking Judgment and Decision Making
Common Technologies
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