Job Description
TECHNICAL IFRS ACCOUNTANT
Are you a CA(SA) with a passion for technical accounting and IFRS? Are you ready to play a key role in shaping financial reporting excellence across a dynamic, global trading business? Join a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your expertise will drive clarity, compliance, and continuous improvement in financial reporting across multiple international markets
My client (multinational) is looking for a Technical IFRS Accountant to provide specialist accounting support to a global marketing and trading business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on unpacking complex accounting standards, enjoys partnering with internal teams to solve challenges, and can translate technical guidance into practical, digestible solutions
Key Responsibilities
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Draft high-quality technical accounting papers to address IFRS issues and work closely with internal teams and external auditors to resolve them
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Own and evolve the internal iGAAP manual - a practical, detailed interpretation of accounting policies relevant to the business unit
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Collaborate with Group Reporting to assess the impact of new or amended IFRS standards, ensuring timely updates to accounting guidance
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Develop and deliver training content (presentations, tutorials, workshops) to ensure consistent understanding and application of technical standards
Qualifications & Experience
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CA(SA) qualification
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1-2 years post-article experience in a technical accounting advisory capacity within a Big 4 audit firm
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Demonstrated experience writing technical position papers
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Experience with IFRS 9 (Financial Instruments) is highly advantageous
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Exposure to global consolidation processes or commodity trading environments will be beneficial
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Prior experience delivering training or workshops is a plus
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Communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively - both in writing and verbally
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Take initiative, think critically, and enjoy collaborating with finance teams across the globe
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Thrive in a high-performance, detail-driven environment
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Have strong Microsoft Office skills (especially PowerPoint and Excel)
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Balance multiple projects with competing deadlines and maintain a solution-oriented mindset
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