Who are we?
At SanlamAllianz, we are proud of being the largest Pan-African, non-banking financial services organization on the continent. Our dynamic operations span across 27 African countries (excluding South Africa), and our business is focused on life insurance, general insurance, retail credit, health, bancassurance, and asset management. Our core values - Innovation, Care, Integrity and Collaboration - guide our vision of distinguishing ourselves as the most admired financial services group in Africa. We nurture a high-performance, energising and engaging culture.
What will you do?
The successful candidate will act as a Financial Manager in the SanlamAllianz Life Finance Team and will report to a Senior Financial Manager.
What will make you successful in this role?
Responsibilities will include, amongst others, the following:
Be a Financial Business Partner to the countries under the Portfolio
Drive process change, automation and new ways of working.
Processing of foreign subsidiary financial results in HFM (Hyperion financial management)
Analysis of multiple foreign subsidiary management accounts and financial statements
Assist with cluster financial consolidation
Assist with implementation of new systems and processes in businesses
Preparation of Sanlam monthly financial reports and commentary including variance analysis of foreign subsidiary management accounts
Provide end to end financial management support to businesses outside of South Africa
Regular interaction with Exco representative as well as in-country CFO and CEO
Assistance with the compilation of holding company financial statements in terms of IFRS 4 and IFRS 17
Budgeting and forecasting 5-year plans in country budgets and Group Costs via SAP S/4 Hana
Processing of journals and payments in accordance with the approval framework. HFM & SAP
Ensure effective controls and procedures are in place, and focus on process improvements
Interactions with the external auditors on Interim and Final Audits
Qualification and Experience
Qualified CA(SA)
0 to 4 years post qualification experience
Life insurance experience
Bilingual in English and French
Knowledge and Skills
Good working knowledge of Insurance Accounting (IFRS17 experience/basic understanding is an added advantage)
General commercial and financial knowledge
Sound knowledge of financial reporting processes and architecture, ideally gained within the Insurance sector
Experience in the emerging markets environment will be an advantage
Oracle HFM and SAP S4/Hana experience will be an added advantage
Good working knowledge of IFRS principles and standards
Basic understanding of actuarial numbers will be an advantage EV, VNB, Policyholder vs Shareholder
Process management skills (able to review existing processes and procedures, making recommendations for rationalisation/improvement, and implement them operationally)
Personal Attributes
Ability to deal with competing priorities and be resilient
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Analytical and conceptual thinking (solving of complex problems)
Building and maintaining relationships with external and internal clients
Pro-active individual with the ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet stringent deadlines
Business partner mindset
Attention to detail
Core Competencies
Cultivates Innovation
Client Focus
Drive Results
Collaborates
Flexibility and adaptability
Build a successful career with us
We're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are the key components to ensure a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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