Key Purpose of the Role
The Group Accountant is responsible for the consolidation of monthly and annual financial reporting within Discovery, ensuring accurate, timely, and IFRS-compliant financial reporting across the Group and its subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Consolidation and Reporting

• Prepare monthly consolidated management accounts, including Income Statement, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Other Comprehensive Income, Statement of Changes in Equity, and Cash Flow Statement
• Compile segmental reporting and ensure accurate consolidation of Group financial results
• Review foreign subsidiary financial translations and consolidation entries to ensure IFRS compliance
• Assist in the preparation of financial results for Group Exco and Discovery Limited Board meetings
• Produce Interim and Annual Financial Statements (AFS) for the Group and other external reporting requirements

Budgeting, Forecasting and Analysis

• Prepare consolidated Group budgets and forecasts for Exco and Board presentation
• Provide financial input and analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests from internal stakeholders

Regulatory and External Reporting

• Support Group Risk with financial data for Solvency and Embedded Value reporting
• Assist in preparation and review of SENS announcements related to financial results
• Liaise with External Reporting and Investor Relations teams on financial disclosures

Systems and Process Support

• Assist with administration and maintenance of accounting systems (Sage) and reporting tools (OneStream)
• Support system enhancements and ensure data integrity across reporting platforms
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial reporting processes

Audit and Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal and external auditors during audit processes
• Provide financial information and resolve audit queries
• Collaborate with various business units on finance-related queries and support requirements

Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS standards
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modelling capability
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Good project management abilities

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))
• 0–3 years’ post-qualification experience in a similar role
• Experience in financial consolidation is advantageous
• Experience in the insurance industry is advantageous

Employment Equity
The company’s Employment Equity Plan and targets will be applied during the recruitment process. As an equal opportunity employer, applications from individuals with disabilities are encouraged.