Assistant Financial Accountant

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Fund Accounting, the Assistant Financial Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for assigned funds and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and reconciliations for assigned funds.
• Review fund income and expenses to ensure accurate allocation and distribution to investors.
• Ensure accurate calculation and payment of agents’ commission.
• Manage the accurate calculation, filing, and payment of withholding tax within required timeframes.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Assist with regulatory reporting, including completion of monthly and quarterly CMA returns.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory guidelines, and internal policies.
• Adhere to company policies including risk, compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned in line with performance objectives.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role.
• A BA/BSc/HND qualification in a relevant field.
• Experience in fund accounting is considered a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, tax laws, and CMA regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and experience working with an ERP system.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting the Sanlam application portal on Microsoft Forms via the following link: Apply Here.