Analyst, Financial Reporting

To ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial and regulatory reporting in compliance with IFRS, statutory, and prudential standards by collecting, validating, analyzing, and interpreting financial and prudential data. The role is accountable for the integrity of transactional financial information, including reviewing data to accurately reflect business results, preparing and processing accounting journals with proper documentation, and analyzing expenditure for approval in line with policy. It also supports internal and external audits and provides management insights that strengthen governance, capital, and liquidity management processes while enhancing the overall reporting and control framework.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Finance and Accounting or any other related field

Professional Certifications: CPA /ACCA is Preferred

Experience Required
2-5 years

• Financial analysis and interpretation
• Accuracy and attention to detail in reporting
• Budgeting and planning knowledge
• General ledger management and reconciliation
• Data validation and integrity assurance
• Advanced Excel
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Stakeholder communication and collaboration
• Time management and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Working in teams

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Checking Things
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Taking Action
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Data Management 
• Financial Accounting
• Business Acumen
• Quality Management
• Root Cause Analysis

About the Company

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.