Senior Lead Financial Reporting | Tygervalley or Sandton

Sanlam; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanlam is seeking a Senior Lead for Financial Reporting to oversee financial operations within the Life Finance Team. The role requires strong leadership, financial reporting expertise, and a deep understanding of IFRS compliance, aiming to enhance the financial performance and strategic direction of the organization.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years post-articles experience.
• Experience in the life insurance industry.
• Strong understanding of IFRS17.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly financial reporting and consolidation.
• Conduct balance sheet reviews and advise on internal controls.
• Develop training programs and promote technology.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical review

Consolidation

Financial risk management

Leadership

Education

CA (SA)

Job description

Senior Lead Financial Reporting | Tygervalley or Sandton

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Who are we?
At SanlamAllianz, we are proud to be the largest Pan-African, non-banking financial services organization on the continent. Our operations span across 27 African countries (excluding South Africa), focusing on life insurance, general insurance, retail credit, health, bancassurance, and asset management. Our core values—Innovation, Care, Integrity, and Collaboration—guide our vision to be the most admired financial services group in Africa. We foster a high-performance, energizing, and engaging culture, emphasizing care, empowerment, and confidence among our employees.

What will you do?
The successful candidate will serve as the Senior Lead for the financial reporting function within the SanlamAllianz Life Finance Team, reporting to the SanlamAllianz Life Head of Finance.

What will make you successful in this role?
The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills at all organizational levels. Key responsibilities include:

• Financial Reporting: Oversee monthly financial reporting and consolidation of subsidiaries/associates, ensuring IFRS compliance and adherence to company policies. Manage month-end close processes, collaborate with actuarial teams, analyze financial performance, support planning, forecasting, budgeting, and ensure standards are followed. Support business combinations, statutory reporting, audits, and onboarding of new entities.
• Financial Management: Conduct balance sheet reviews to identify risks and opportunities, advise on internal controls, and review processes for continuous improvement.
• Training and Digitization: Develop training programs, collaborate with management on financial implications, supervise the finance team, and promote technology and innovation.
• People Leadership and Management: Lead and guide stakeholders and teams, exemplify organizational values, and foster a culture of excellence.

Qualifications and Experience:

• CA (SA) with at least 6 years post-articles experience
• Experience in the life insurance industry, with a strong understanding of IFRS17
• Proven leadership in team management

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong financial reporting and accounting skills
• Analytical review and commentary skills
• Consolidation experience
• Financial systems implementation knowledge is advantageous
• Understanding of systems impact on business
• Financial risk management expertise
• Leadership and influence skills
• French language skills are a plus but not required

Personal Attributes:

• Attention to detail with strategic perspective
• Leadership qualities and a culture of excellence
• Effective time management and organization
• Resilience under pressure
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to manage complexity and change
• Delegation skills
• Dependability

Core Competencies:

• Resilience
• Collaboration
• Customer focus
• Innovation
• Results orientation

Build a successful career with us

We value strong, lasting relationships with our employees, supporting your career and personal growth. Our diverse group offers numerous opportunities across various business clusters for development and achievement.

Turnaround time

Shortlisting begins after the application deadline. Processing time depends on your progress and manager availability.

Our commitment to transformation

Sanlam is dedicated to transformation, diversity, and inclusion, considering these principles vital for a sustainable, thriving business. Our Employment Equity plan and targets will guide our selection process.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales