A large, listed investee client of our is seeking the skills of an ESG Auditor Specialist to join a team at the forefront of ESG reporting assurance. As the importance of this field grows, you will be part of expanding the business capabilities. The incumbent will be a dedicated professional contributing to ESG specific verification audits and collaborate closely with the Regional and Internal Audit Managers, making a meaningful impact in the evolving landscape of assurance services. If this sounds like you, send me your CV! This role can be based in either Johannesburg or Cape Town. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the initialisation of building a capability to conduct internal assurance of ESG data
• Help the ESG Manager define an approach, process and roadmap
• Prepare the business for external assurance of a subset of the ESG indicators assured
• Liaison with external auditors to share working papers
• Be able to share knowledge and upskill others to conduct ESG assurance
• Conduct ESG audits in accordance with a risk-based approach in line with IIA standards
• Identify and understand the relevant ESG reporting frameworks
• Prioritise the area indicators determined by the organization as most material
• Determine the risks relating to ESG reporting requirements and metrics
• Establish effective monitoring of ESG processes and systems
• Leveraging automation and technology
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of the ESG non-financial data and underlying processes
• Mitigate legal risks and reputational damage
• Conduct internal audit assignments following a risk-based approach as per IIA standards
• Design and execute audit plans and programs
• Plan, co-ordinate and conduct independent audits
• Provide timely reports to management of all audit findings and recommendations
• Comply with quality assurance systems as per the IIA standards
• Deliver a best practice assurance service in line with IIA standards
• Support the delivery of the approved audit plans
• Increase management focus on the effective application of controls

Join an agile but fast and target-oriented engineering company which has focus on efficiency and sound engineering practices. The primary purpose of the opportunity is to supply administrative support to accountants. If you have the experience and skills to add value to this team, then please connect with me for more information.

Responsibilities:

• Recording/processing of day-to-day transactions such as creditors invoices, customer invoices and bank transactions
• Reconciling accounts payable from purchase order to statement
• Compile VAT supporting documents for account payable transactions
• Maintain and update fixed asset register
• Assisting with year-end closings 
• Liaise with vendors on outstanding documents
• Capturing and reconciliation of petty cash
• Assist with stock count 
• General administration

Well respected and established financial services client seeks a Risk Officer to join their team. Role reports to the Head of Risk, and calls for suitable finance candidates with risk management or internal audit experience looking to embark on a exciting career within risk and the investments space.

Responsibilities:

• Support, guide, aid management and staff across the value chain to drive risk management
• Ensure risk management processes (identify, measure, respond, monitor and report risk) are implemented within allocated business units 
• Oversee implementation of risk policies, review if necessary, challenge policy compliance attestations conducted by management
• Review and challenge the adequacy and effectiveness of the risk management system and internal control environment
• Review completeness of the identification of risks to the achievement of business strategy and objectives
• Advise management and staff on developing processes and controls to actively manage risks
• Advise on management actions to reduce risks, including as it relates to remediation of control weaknesses
• Investigate, examine and report on risk events (operational losses) in line with Group requirements, advise on appropriate remedial actions, effectively address control weaknesses
• Prepare accurate and complete risk reports and dashboards for tabling at various governance structures 
• Conduct reviews as part of the Group’s combined assurance model
• Conduct risk oversight related to business projects and change initiatives
• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders across assigned business units 
• Liaise with the Group Internal Audit function on audits conducted, provide assurance on timely and appropriate resolution of audit findings

Do you have strong internal audit experience and a keen interest in gaining experience abroad? We are currently assisting a big 4 firm with securing top tier talent to relocate and join their offices in Bermuda. The ideal candidate will have experience in insurance Internal Audit, managing a diverse portfolio of clients.

Responsibilities:

You will be providing the following assistance to clients within the insurance industry..

• Internal audit services
• Sarbanes Oxley and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting advisory and assurance services
• Enterprise risk management advisory and assurance services
• Initial public offering readiness reviews
• Governance, regulatory and compliance advisory and assurance services
• Business process design, implementation, and operating reviews

Looking to broaden your horizons with an international job opportunity? We are currently assisting a big 4 firm with securing top tier talent with strong insurance experience for their offices in Bermuda! If a tax-free salary and island living sounds intriguing, then we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

You will be providing the following assistance to clients within the insurance industry

• Internal audit services
• Sarbanes Oxley and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting advisory and assurance services
• Enterprise risk management advisory and assurance services
• Initial public offering readiness reviews
• Governance, regulatory and compliance advisory and assurance services
• Business process design, implementation and operating reviews

This is a lovely opportunity for a Client Relationship Consultant to join an investment team with an excellent track record and with exposure and products in both the SA and International market.

Responsibilities: 

• Support and assist with all relevant products, services and processing 
• Filter relevant feedback to management from financial advisors 
• Resolve and manage queries 
• Support consultant team when necessary 
• Action instructions from financial advisors and investors accurately and timeously 
• Follow processes and procedures accurately and timeously 
• Manage client follow ups 
• Flag errors and identify ways to streamline future processes 

Exceptional opportunity to join a Boutique Investment Management team, working closely with the Head of Operations. This team is looking for a budding junior Operations profile to join them in a role that will be varied and offer you great exposure. This role is suited to a candidate who is a strong team player and who is looking to build a career in the investment operations space. 

Responsibilities: 

Reporting

• Download portfolio holdings, run daily import macros 
• Produce and distribute necessary information for monthly and quarterly client reports 
• Produce monthly portfolio performance returns for all clients 

Operations

• Produce monthly fund performance figures and update spreadsheets 
• Update monthly factsheets and minimum disclosure documents 
• Submit monthly data for industry surveys, liaise with survey providers for inclusion of new funds and amendments 
• Assess monthly draft surveys received and confirm with survey providers 
• Manage ad hoc information requests from all clients 
• Keep B-BBEE stockbrocker information
• Manage client investments/withdrawals ensure it is correctly processed with admin and liaise with portfolio manager 
• Produce monthly performance and holdings comparative analysis of other investment firms 

Trade Support 

• Collaborate with admin and brokers to resolve trade mismatches, for local and global trades 
• Create and submit end of day trade file 
• Assess and signoff daily portfolio mandate check 
• Produce monthly brokerage allocation analysis 
• Open new trading accounts with brokers 
• Secure data from Bloomberg terminal needed for month-end 

Client Service 

• Help with ad hoc due diligence questions 
• Help with take on of new clients and update relevant internal spreadsheets and processes 
• Manage ad hoc information requests from clients 

Corporate Actions 

• Submit proxy votes 
• Produce proxy voting reports for various clients 

Our client is an investment group in Johannesburg who over the years has taken the decision to build diverse business units, one of those being a retail business which owns multiple brands across various locations.

Their retail division is rapidly expanding and as such they are looking to appoint a highly driven and motivated person to fill the role of divisional CEO. The incumbent must have the willingness to grow with the Company, as they plan to more than double the existing business within the next five years.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership and strategic guidance to their diverse portfolio of retail brands with stores in South Africa and Africa. 
• Manage budgets, financial planning and revenue targets - monitor and analyse financial performance & cash flows, identify opportunities for cost savings and ensure profitability
• Provide regular reports and updates to the board of directors, shareholders and other stakeholders
• Responsible for managing all aspects of the business, including financial performance, operational efficiency, brand development and customer experience
• Develop and execute a comprehensive growth strategy for each retail brand
• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency, consistency and compliance with industry standards
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities and customer preferences
• Ensure all brands adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, including health and safety standards, licensing and permits

Are you interested in exploring a new country and advancing your professional career at the same time?  
We have an exciting international opportunity available for a CA(SA), interested in relocation. Our client based in Australia sees the value of highly skilled talent from South AFrica and is looking for a Audit Manager to join their team.  

Requirements:

• Registered Chartered Accountant - CA(SA).
• 0-6 years recent post experience with a small to medium audit firm, in a client facing environment.
• Experience working with clients in the Agricultural, Manufacturing, FMCG sectors. 
• Good tax exposure and an interest in this space.
• Excellent communication, client and people management skills.

A well-known financial services provider is seeking an experienced CA(SA) with a strong background in the Financial Services/Banking sectors. This individual should have excellent stakeholder management skills, an innovative way of thinking and the ability to see the ‘’big picture’’.

The core focus of this role will be to partner with the business in providing finance services, insights, and strategy to enable the business to achieve its financial objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Create, evolve, and uphold policies, protocols, benchmarks, and structures.
• Define and execute internal and external financial reporting methods and documentation prerequisites for individual entities and collectives.
• Assess, strategize, and oversee expenses (such as product pricing or supply chain scrutiny) to bolster the execution of business strategies.
• Translate business strategies into financial goals and operational blueprints while aiding their execution.
• Interpret data and make informed managerial choices using benchmarks, patterns, and diverse planning and prediction approaches; institute enhancements in the planning processes.
• Instate and ensure consistent, effective modeling, planning, and forecasting protocols.
• Foresee, implement, and enforce policies and protocols to regulate and mitigate both financial and non-financial risks affecting the business unit(s).
• Aid in monthly VAT reconciliation and quarterly tax compilations.
• Supervise and oversee risk to guarantee alignment with risk and audit criteria. Investigate and enact measures to address audit discoveries.
• Identification and tracking of key business KPI’s for each of the different teams and for the overall business.
• Oversee the preparation and evaluation of tax returns and concerns.
• Manage the yearly budget and rolling forecast process.