Location: Sandton - 1 Discovery Place, South AfricaGROUP TECHNICAL ACCOUNTANTKey purpose of the roleAs an IFRS specialist within Group IFRS Technical, you will assist with the implementation of IFRS Accounting Standards across the Discovery Group of entities.This includes delivering on:Implementing transactions consistent with IFRS Accounting Standards and co-designing accounting solutions to drive compliance with IFRS Accounting Standards in working with the Group Financial Reporting team.Assisting Discovery businesses in the assessment of new IFRS Accounting Standards, accounting for transactions according to IFRS Accounting Standards, the development of accounting policies and manuals to assist in the consistent application of IFRS Accounting Standards in Discovery, training on IFRS Accounting Standards, and assisting in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS Accounting Standards.Liaising with Stakeholders:Preparing and presenting papers to the Discovery Accounting Practices Committee, Audit Committee and/or Regulator.Liaising with external auditors, specifically on IFRS Accounting Standards related queries and Financial Statements presentation and disclosures.Assisting with communication to the JSE Limited, Equity and Debt Sponsors.Participating in industry forums.Areas of responsibilityPreparation and Review of Annual Financial Statements:Assisting in drafting the Discovery Group Financial Statements in line with IFRS Accounting Standards, Companies Act, JSE regulations, and best practices.Reviewing subsidiary financial statements and providing guidance and recommendations on disclosures in accordance with IFRS Accounting Standards and Companies Act.Creating and sharing relevant reporting frameworks and templates for use in business, including financial statement templates and reporting pack templates.Development of IFRS disclosures for new IFRS Accounting Standards or interpretations.New or amended IFRS Accounting Standards:Staying abreast of IFRS and public reporting developments and pro-actively expanding and deepening your practical understanding and application of IFRS Accounting Standards and ensuring knowledge transfer to the larger finance teams.Researching the impact of new and amended accounting standards on Discovery Group transactions.Overseeing implementation of new accounting standards across the Discovery Group (initiation, planning, execution, and monitoring).IFRS Accounting Standards interpretation and application across the Discovery Group:Assisting with the facilitation of the Discovery Accounting Practices Committee, which reviews new transactions and consistent application of IFRS across the Discovery Group of entities.Addressing accounting queries on IFRS Accounting Standards.Writing accounting opinions and position papers, including policy documents and manuals. This includes the accounting implications pre and post deals, as well as at a separate financial statement view and consolidated financial statement view.Presenting training on IFRS Accounting Standards to finance teams.Liaising with Stakeholders:Preparing and presenting papers to the Audit Committee and/or Regulator.Liaising with external auditors, specifically on IFRS Accounting Standard queries and Financial Statement queries.Assisting with communication to the JSE and Sponsors.Participating in industry forums.Supporting the investor relations team with technical queries on results and other ad hoc requests.Staying abreast of IFRS and public reporting developments and pro-actively expanding and deepening your practical understanding and application of IFRS and ensuring knowledge transfer to the larger finance teams.Assisting in the planning and running of the annual audit.ProfileSelf-management skillsAdvanced knowledge and application of IFRS Accounting StandardsStrong written and verbal communication skillsImpeccable attention to detail and accuracyAbility to work well under pressureStrong interpersonal skillsStrong project management skillsAdvanced Excel knowledge and experienceQualificationsThe candidate should be a qualified CA (SA) with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role. Job level will consider years of experience in similar roles. Experience within financial services and JSE-listed entities is advantageous.EMPLOYMENT EQUITYThe Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
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