Specialist Technical Accountant South Africa - Kumba Iron …, Johannesburg

Job Description We have an exciting position for a

Specialist Technical Accountant

to offer a Centre of Excellence for technical IFRS and mining accounting, advising senior management and finance teams on accounting policies and their application.

Consistently apply safety and health principles in all team interactions and take personal responsibility for the safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.

Monitor, research and share developments in financial accounting and reporting, especially regarding IFRS accounting standards, and drive implementation of new standards for the group.

Provide guidance to the group’s businesses on the correct IFRS accounting treatment for transactions or agreements.

Prepare technical accounting assessments on complex transactions.

Ensure compliance with the latest approved accounting and reporting regime (Kumba and Group), regulations and legislation.

Evaluate and assess the implications for internal accounting and reporting processes and prepare recommendations for developed/obtained solutions and proposed system, policy, and procedure changes.

Propose projects to automate and standardise transactional accounting throughout Kumba; drive them once approved.

Prepare consolidated financial statements and related reports for the group entities.

Prepare significant accounting matters memoranda to the Kumba Executive Committee, Audit Committee, Boards and Anglo American.

Use data analytics to derive insights from financial data to inform decision‑making and identify trends.

Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure alignment with accounting standards and financial reporting.

This role is in the Finance (FIN) at a Band 6 level (D4/D5 Grade) reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager.

Qualifications

Grade 12 or equivalent.

NQF 7 Degree in Finance, Commercial, Business Accounting or Economics.

NQF 8 Postgraduate Degree in Finance, Commercial, Business Accounting or Economics (preferred).

CA (SA) registered professional.

Valid SA driver’s licence.

Experience

6‑8 years of experience in accounting, preferably IFRS technical in a corporate mining/resources environment or in one of the big audit or accounting firms.

Awareness of how accounting processes interface with and impact other finance teams.

Experienced in preparing consolidated financial statements for a JSE‑listed entity efficiently and accurately.

In‑depth understanding of complex commercial and technical accounting issues and a firm grasp of IFRS standards.

Familiarity with financial systems such as SAP and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and a solid understanding of financial controls.

Operational knowledge within the mining industry is considered an asset.

Experience collaborating with other functional disciplines to deliver technical accounting and related solutions (advantageous).

What we offer When you join Anglo American, you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package. In addition, you’ll find opportunities for learning and growth, including technical training and leadership programmes, and a clear pathway for advancement within the multinational company.

Inclusion and Diversity Anglo American is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every colleague is valued and respected and can fulfil their potential.

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