External Reporting - Report Owner

Absa Group

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Chartered accountant ca(sa) qualification
3 year accounting articles completion
Ifrs reporting experience required
Absa Group is seeking an External Reporting - Report Owner to oversee financial reporting activities for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards and local regulations. The ideal candidate should be a Chartered Accountant with experience in IFRS reporting and the banking industry, equipped with strong analytical and communication skills

Job Summary

  • The role ensures accurate and timely financial reporting for Absa Group and Absa Bank in compliance with IFRS and JSE requirements.
  • Candidates will review external disclosures, manage queries from auditors and analysts, and ensure consistency across all financial statements.
  • The position involves leading improvement projects within the department and collaborating with the Board and Audit Committee on governance matters.

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Absa Group is seeking an External Reporting - Report Owner to oversee financial reporting activities for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards and local regulations. The ideal candidate should be a Chartered Accountant with experience in IFRS reporting and the banking industry, equipped with strong analytical and communication skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Chartered Accountant CA(SA) qualification
  • 3 year Accounting articles completion
  • IFRS reporting experience required
  • JSE Limited listing requirements knowledge
  • Companies Act compliance expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Banking industry exposure beneficial
  • Hyperion Essbase software skills
  • Workiva platform familiarity
  • SAP BW system knowledge
  • Strong stakeholder management abilities

Key Requirements

  • CA(SA) designation strongly preferred
  • Minimum B Com Accounting degree required
  • Honours in Accounting preferred
  • Completion of 3-year accounting articles
  • Passing of Board exams required

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