Deloitte GL Accountant Enablement - Internal Client Services - Finance Jobs in Midrand South Africa
Deloitte GL Accountant Enablement - Internal Client Services - Finance Jobs in Midrand South Africa
Company DescriptionDeloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 345,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com.
About the Division
It takes a high-powered network of internal support professionals to keep Deloitte going strong. The internal services function provides a wide variety of support services to our organisation and people. Rewarding career opportunities are available in:
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing and Communications
Financial support services, and much more.
As with all the functions in Deloitte, a core set of competencies is associated with each internal service area. An overall understanding of value-added client service, the experience to work in multifunctional and cross-border teams, strong
Job Description
Main Purpose of Job
Maintains the general ledger structure, records financial transactions into the firm’s general ledger and subsidiary ledgers and pulls reports
Implements changes as and when required by Global ITF Finance and responds to matters arising from global reporting
Differentiators for this specific role
General Ledger Accountants will be responsible for the end-to-end management of the Country/ Service Line general ledger including, but not limited to:
Quality Control – ITF:
Performs ongoing quality control of general ledger transactions to ensure all expenses in the P&L are recorded against the correct WBS code – per ITF requirements
Manage, in cooperation with the AM – the opening of new WBS codes as/when required
Analyse timesheet processing of staff across RoA to assist with costing of products & services
Maintains ITF cost centre structure / opening of new cost centres as/when required
Ad hoc requests from Global ITF
Processing of Journals - serves as back-up for regional finance BP’s:
Posts to and updates the General Ledger (GL)
Processes journals at month end and at request of the Business Partner
Adjusts and releases accruals & provisions accordingly
Monitors FAR depreciation postings and processes manual adjustments as/when required
Assesses impact of proposed general ledger change
Fixed Asset Accounting - serves as back-up for regional finance BP’s:
Sound knowledge of in-country fixed assets procedures
Reviews procurement invoices
Reviews any updates made to the FAR with the asset details and asset classes
Investigates discrepancies between the FAR and the GL
Pulls FAR reports from SAP
Identifies assets to be written off and writes off assets accordingly
Recognises proceeds from the sale of assets
Accounts for depreciation and capitalisation of fixed assets
Verifies ATS FAR
Month-end Close and Consolidate, Budgets & Forecast:
Ensures service lines expenses are correctly accounted for and recovered from business in line with the firm’s official cost allocation methodology (direct charges)
Ensures monthly charges from SA are accrued for via the relevant inter-co accounts and templates are completed per Inter-company policy
Ensures DTTL mandated fees are accrued and paid for in line with budget and are recovered from business per ITF guidelines
Staff & Intercompany Debtors, Expense claims:
Conducts staff debtor’s allocations and deductions
Ensures intercompany debtors & creditors transactions are in line with policy
Ensures staff expense claims reflect in the correct GL accounts
Other:
Creates reporting templates and ad hoc reports and maintains standard reporting repository
Assists in preparation of supporting documentation for internal audits
Drafts general ledger communications
Manages closing timeline and calendar
Assists with period and year-end close activities
Performs closing adjustments and process allocations
Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department
Available outside of normal business hours for occasional support needs
Performs first-level cost analysis and provides feedback to the Service Line Business Partner/s on the results
Governance:
Communicates and updates the General Accounting
Specialist on Country/ Regional General Accounting movements
Attends Africa-wide: General Accounting team meetings and training
Complies with standardised processes and controls
Key Performance Areas:
Strategic Impact
Under minimal guidance, supports the team in the delivery of services to internal clients in line with the defined strategic objectives
Supports management in the implementation of change initiatives as directed
Participates in team efforts to find solutions to address issues in area of expertise that may enhance
Client Impact: External / Internal
Works collaboratively with own team and that of the client service line/area to deliver quality service in allocated tasks
Proactively consults with senior/s on issues arising that may impact the broader deliverables of the team to clients
Provides research output relating to thought leadership / technical matters on request from line management
Operational Effectiveness
Raises areas of concern related to own/team delivery of service for discussion and resolution
With minimal supervision, completes designated tasks for review by line, ensuring deadlines are met
Provides line manager and team with detailed reporting on status of deliverables on a regular basis
Remains aware of risk in area of expertise in alignment with Deloitte policies and processes
Checks work for accuracy and professional presentation prior to submission for review
Development/Growth of Team
Cultivates ability to give effective development feedback both upwards and to peers
Actively works to address identified development areas
Assists junior staff with day-to-day issues
Budgets / Profitability
Effective use of time, equipment and resources
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: Degree (Finance / Accounting)
Minimum Experience: 4 years in finance
Desired Qualifications: Postgraduate qualification in Finance / Accounting
Desired Experience: 5 years in finance
Additional Information
Key Competencies required / Talent Standards Capabilities:
Living our Purpose: Identifies and embraces our purpose and values and puts these into practice in their professional life
Influence: Builds relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders
Performance drive: Seeks opportunities to challenge self; teams with others across businesses and borders to deliver and takes accountability for own and team results
Strategic direction: Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities
Talent development: Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador
Professional Capabilities:
Knows the business and industry: Knows how member firm business works and keeps up-to-date on industry activities, marketplace trends and leading practices
Manages to results: Takes responsibility for assigned areas and contributes to the successful realization of common goals
Manages and executes projects: Prepares and manages work plans to ensure efficient and timely completion of work
Solves problems: Identifies and solves problems objectively using analysis, experience and judgment
Technical
Skilled in field with sound industry and business knowledge
Demonstrated leadership skills
Experienced in communication and implementation of strategy
Proven ability to manage and execute projects
Experienced in development and delivery of professional presentations
Good report writing skills
Good financial knowledge
Behavioural
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others
Strong client delivery focus
Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease
Focus on quality and risk
Effective problem solving ability
Excellent business acumen
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Deloitte GL Accountant Enablement - Internal Client Services - Finance Jobs in Midrand South Africa
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