Strategic Talent Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a well-established financial services organisation within the insurance sector. Our client is seeking a Management Accountant and Finance Reporting Specialist to join a growing and relatively new finance team. This role is primarily reporting-focused , with exposure to finance systems and process improvement. It is well suited to a reliable, self-driven finance professional who takes ownership of reporting, is comfortable working independently, and can confidently engage with multiple stakeholders when needed. The position operates within a structured environment but requires agility, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. The successful candidate will report into the Financial Manager and work closely with investment, shareholder, and board stakeholders. Role Overview The role focuses on high-quality management reporting, investment and shareholder reporting, board packs, and financial analysis , while also supporting finance systems and driving continuous improvement in reporting processes. Key Responsibilities Management Accounting & Reporting Prepare and manage the monthly finance calendar Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts Compile investment, shareholder, and board reporting packs and presentations Prepare cashflow reporting Forecast income statement, balance sheet, and cashflow using Adaptive Insights Align balance sheet management accounts to Annual Financial Statements (AFS) Budgeting & Annual Processes Assist with Group Consolidation Reporting (GCR) Support budget preparation and ongoing budget reporting Prepare financial presentations for boards and committees Finance Systems & Process Improvement Maintain and enhance management reporting and reporting libraries Design and distribute management information to support decision-making Act as Administrator for:Adaptive Insights Budgeting Tool Accpac Financial System Support enhancements and new developments within Adaptive Insights Identify and implement reporting and process improvements Support ad-hoc finance and system-related projects Qualifications & Experience BCom Accounting Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience Background in short-term insurance or financial services advantageous, but not essential Knowledge Strong management accounting and reporting capability Good understanding of financial systems and reporting tools Experience with internal controls Working knowledge of IFRS Skills & Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for reporting Self-starter with a proactive, improvement-driven mindset Excellent attention to detail Able to manage multiple stakeholders effectively Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills Confident raising concerns or challenges to management when required Adaptable and agile in a changing environment Flat organisational structure Collaborative and supportive team culture Growth is primarily lateral in the short to medium term, with strong exposure and learning opportunities Best suited to candidates seeking depth of experience rather than rapid vertical promotion Quality, accuracy, and timeliness of reporting Continuous process and reporting improvements Stakeholder satisfaction (investment, board, and management) Ability to adapt and integrate into the team Start Date: Ideally 1 March (early to end of March considered) Salary: To be discussed Work Model: Fully office-based Employment Equity: In line with the client’s Employment Equity plan SALARY Negotiable dependent on experience, qualification and work time Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. We thank you for your interest and effort in applying for this opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr