Financial Accountant

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Who we are

Betway Africa is part of Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands.

At Betway, we’re driven by our shared vision to become the global leader in the online sports betting and casino industry. Our people are forward-thinking team-players who thrive on a collective diversity of skills and backgrounds.

Since 2006, Betway has become ingrained on the African continent, having set down early roots in markets such as Ghana and South Africa. From there, Betway has weaved its way across the landscape, incorporating regions in East, West and Southern Africa. This growth also shows no signs of slowing, as Betway continues to be embraced by fans of sports betting in more and more African regions.

Who we’re looking for

We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At Betway, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar.

Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary.

Why we need you

We’re on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for our customers, and we believe that your unique skills, passion and superdrive will help us achieve our vision.

As a Financial Accountant, you will report into the Financial Controller and will be responsible for the accounting and reporting function of entities within the Local Silo in the Finance department. The successful candidate will be required to be highly numerate, well organised; deadline driven and have the ability to improve processes. Attention to detail and accuracy is non-negotiable.

What you’ll be doing

• Monthly management reports   

• Posting of invoices, accruals and prepayments  

• Prepare the expense analysis, marketing analysis, prepayments and accruals & foreign exchange schedules  

• Analysis of expenses ensuring all expenses have been categorized and allocated correctly  

• Prepare internal (intercompany & intergroup) billing, including invoicing & reconciliations  

• Matching of open items on a weekly basis  

• Run FX in Navision & prepare FX reconciliations  

• Proactively resolve any queries raised  

• Preparation of monthly income statement and balance sheet reconciliations   

• Preparation of all fixed asset recons & review the fixed asset register ensuring that assets are captured and depreciated in line with fixed asset policies, scrapping old assets and revisiting estimated useful lives.  

• Run depreciation & amortisation  

• Capitalization of internally generated intangible assets 

• Reporting 

• Prepare monthly consulting, legal & audit fee schedules  

• Prepare marketing analysis  

• Prepare necessary commentary for month end and quarter end reporting and Flux Analysis for both Income statement and Balance sheet  

• Prepare monthly Income statement files, including commentaries per expense type and brand.  

• Assist with the procurement section of BBBEE reporting  

• Prepare and sign off on all reconciliations  

• Prepare and sign off on all SOX control evidence, reconciliations, and templates 

• Operations  

• Reconciliation and posting of Corporate Card expenditure  

• Ensure accurate capturing and posting of all VAT entries  

• Ensure all contractual relationships up to date 

• Treasury & Cashflow   

• Prepare all intercompany & inter-group accounts payment packs and ensure balances confirmed monthly ▪ Ensure all customers are collected & vendors settled  

• Prepare and comment on all aging reports & open items  

• Communicate cash requirements with Financial Controller  

• First review of all payment packs for local & foreign payments  

• First review of all payments on Electronic banking platforms 

• Audits   
• Preparation and review of internal and external audit files  

• Consult with the statutory team to ensure all queries resolved timeously 

• Team Leadership  

• Co-ordinate functions in the team to ensure that all team members are working effectively and able to deliver reporting on time  

• Ensure best business practice is embedded across all processes and functions  

• Ensure team key deliverables are met on time and accurately.  

• Provide guidance, mentoring and support to direct report to ensure the team is working efficiently and coherently  

• Manage all stakeholder expectations appropriately and communicate any potential problems

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The job holder may be required to complete any other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.

Essential skills you’ll bring to the table

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

• B.Com Finance Degree or similar.  
• 2 -3 years accounting experience.  
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel  
• Demonstrates consistent behavior aligned to the organizational culture
• Microsoft Navision  
• IBM Cognos  
• Completed SAICA articles  
• SOX experience 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and financially astute approach to work
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be able to use initiative and be proactive.
• Accuracy and reliability with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and execute tasks with a strong sense of accountability
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and effectively and efficiently prioritize tasks
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt well to change 

Our values are non-negotiables

Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.

These competencies are:

• Adaptability
• Ownership and accountability
• Initiating action
• Resilience
• Team orientation
• Integrity
• Innovation

What you’ll get back

We offer a great variety of personal and professional benefits to help you thrive at Betway, including: 

• We’re dedicated to your supergrowth. Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Your hard work and achievements won’t go unnoticed. Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
• Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.
• Contributions towards Medical aid and Vitality, Provident Fund and Group Life cover.

*Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.

*Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.
 

This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

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