Nedbank
Job Overview:
Nedbank is looking for a Financial Officer to join our team on a 5-month contract. This role will allow you to leverage your expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting to drive strategy and support business decision-making. If you are a finance professional with experience in financial management and accounting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Budgeting & Forecasting
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Prepare budgets and forecasts by gathering business requirements, understanding trends, and making recommendations.
📊 Reporting & Analysis
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Prepare monthly financial reports by collating data, analyzing results, and commenting on variances.
🗓 Meet Deadlines
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Ensure all tasks are completed according to the monthly strategic calendar, meeting deadlines for reporting and analysis.
🤝 Relationship Building
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Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships through regular meetings and communication.
💼 General Ledger Accuracy
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Perform daily checks to ensure all general ledger entries are accurate, properly authorized, and reconciled.
🔍 Compliance & Quality Control
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Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures while performing quality control checks on data accuracy.
📚 Continuous Learning
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Keep abreast of industry legislation and trends by attending relevant training sessions and reading up-to-date resources.
🌱 Personal Development
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Take initiative in your personal growth by identifying career progression opportunities and completing required certifications.
💡 Process Improvement
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Identify opportunities to enhance systems, processes, and policies to drive continuous improvement within the team.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
🎓 Essential Qualifications:
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Diploma in Accounting or Finance
🎓 Preferred Qualifications:
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Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
🔑 Experience:
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3-5 years of experience in accounting and financial management.
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1-2 years of experience in the insurance industry is highly preferred.
Key Skills & Knowledge:
🧑💼 Technical Knowledge:
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Strong understanding of banking procedures, data analysis, and governance risk controls.
📝 Professional Skills:
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Proficiency in business writing, communication, and administrative procedures.
📊 Financial Management:
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Ability to interpret financial data and perform financial forecasting.
⚖️ Regulatory Knowledge:
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Well-versed in relevant regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
Why Work at Nedbank?
At Nedbank, we foster a dynamic and collaborative environment that encourages continuous growth. Join us and become part of a leading financial institution that values innovation, diversity, and a high standard of performance. This contract role provides the ideal opportunity to grow your financial expertise in a specialized industry while contributing to the company’s business strategy.
Apply now at…https://jobs.nedbank.co.za/job/Johannesburg-Financial-Officer-%28Contract-role%29/1186361601/
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Company Website: https://www.nedbank.co.za
