At Prosus, we improve everyday life for billions across the globe through cutting-edge technology. As a leading global consumer internet group and one of the world's largest technology investors, we nurture and support industry-leading businesses that empower individuals and enrich communities.We are proud to lead the charge in AI innovation, making significant strides in this transformative field. With operations in over 100 countries, our extensive global portfolio includes over 90 companies. We drive progress in sectors such as online classifieds, food delivery, payments & fintech, and edtech, consistently pushing the boundaries of technology.
Naspers is the majority owner of Prosus. Established in 1915, Naspers has transformed itself to become a global consumer internet company and one of the largest technology investors in the world. In South Africa, Naspers is one of the foremost investors in the technology sector and is committed to building its internet and ecommerce companies in the country. These include Takealot, Mr D Food, Autotrader, Property24, in addition to Media24, South Africa’s leading print and digital media business.
The OpportunityThe global Naspers/Prosus finance team plays a vital role in supporting the Group’s operational and strategic decision-making processes. By fostering strong business partnerships, we provide valuable insights into the Group's performance and growth. Our scope extends across global accounting and control matters, regulatory compliance, and delivering legal, tax, and financial support. Additionally, we assist businesses during contract negotiations by offering crucial financial deal expertise.
At the heart of our operations is the Consolidation Team, which oversees the comprehensive Naspers/Prosus Group consolidation using the financial reporting system, Hyperion Financial Management. This team ensures the accurate consolidation of actuals, forecasts, and budget results, providing integral support to internal and external reporting teams. Currently, Naspers/Prosus offers an exciting opportunity for a Senior Consolidation Lead to join this dynamic team.
In this role, you will manage and oversee the smooth functioning of the consolidation accounting team and support the preparation of the Group’s annual and interim financial results while facilitating robust monthly financial reporting to empower key decision-makers within the organization.
This is a critical role within a critical team shaping the financial narrative of Naspers/Prosus. Your responsibilities will include delivering accurate and timely financial results, managing high-value and complex tasks, managing and leading junior colleagues, and spearheading ad hoc projects aligned with strategic objectives. This position, based in Rosebank, Johannesburg, allows you to collaborate closely with the Head of Consolidations and contribute meaningfully to the Group's success.
Who You AreWe are seeking a results-driven, service-oriented professional with strong leadership capabilities, self-management, and workload ownership. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, confidently navigating ambiguity and change while managing multiple conflicting priorities.
Key traits we seek;Leadership & Team Development: Lead and develop direct and indirect team members through coaching, mentorship, and support. Problem-Solving & Strategic Thinking: Solve complex problems with a strategic, big-picture mindset while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detailResilience & Time Management: Perform effectively under pressure, meeting strict deadlines with resilience and focus on resultsAdaptability & Commitment: Excel in environments of ambiguity and regular change, demonstrating a proactive, self-motivated approach and a commitment to excellenceCollaboration & Relationship Building: Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across teams to drive outcomesService Orientation & Ownership: Take initiative with workload management, displaying accountability and ownership for deliverablesThis role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, adaptable to change, and passionate about delivering excellence in a fast-changing business environment.
What You Bring- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))- 7+ years of post-article experience, with multi-currency and multi-national consolidation exposure (Big 4 experience is an advantage)- Strong technical IFRS knowledge and practical experience in consolidations for global, multi-currency organizations- Effective verbal and written communication skills, explaining complex messages in clear, simple terms- Experience with financial systems like Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and OneStream is advantageous
Your Typical DayExcelling in this role, you’ll lead the Consolidation Accounting Team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations through effective leadership and guidance. You’ll actively resolve queries, coordinate tasks, and meet critical compliance deadlines. A portion of your day also involves mentoring and coaching team members, helping them navigate complex accounting challenges and ensuring their professional development.
In addition, your responsibilities will include compiling consolidated financial results for Naspers and Prosus Groups, encompassing monthly actuals, forecast cycles, and annual budgets. You'll also perform detailed reconciliation and investigation of financial statements, ensuring alignment with forecasts and budgets, while addressing and analyzing discrepancies that arise.
By collaborating closely with teams, you'll ensure accuracy and completeness of reports for:- Consolidated group cash flow statements- Statement of equity- Segmental reporting- Equity accounting (for associates)- IFRS 2 accounting, ensuring alignment with valuations teams
Your technical expertise in consolidation comes into play when supporting technical reporting tasks such as purchase accounting, goodwill, and foreign currency translation reserves (FCTR). At times, you'll assist with compliance reporting timelines, coordinating with subsidiaries to resolve reporting concerns, and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
As an experienced leader, you'll take ownership of specific Business Unit (BU) areas to ensure group reporting compliance remains robust. You will engage with audits by responding to external auditor queries and providing critical reports. Additionally, you’ll support transaction-related accounting (e.g., acquisitions, disposals, or restructuring), ensuring compliance with standards and assessing the impact on goodwill, intangibles, and FCTR.
Finally, you'll champion ad hoc projects—managing timelines and deliverables while proactively resolving issues to drive accounting and reporting improvements. This role demands a self-starter, a problem solver, and someone who thrives on complexity while helping the team scale to new levels of excellence.
What We OfferGlobal Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of global commerce. Growth Opportunities: Expand your expertise through diverse global challenges and unique opportunities.Innovative Culture: Join a forward-thinking team that values strategic insights and fosters continuous innovation.Creative Environment: Engage in work that encourages creativity and constant improvement.Collaborative Atmosphere: Benefit from autonomy and self-management in a supportive and positive workspace.Hybrid Work: Experience the satisfaction of our flexible model tailored to balance work and life.Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary package that reflects your skills and contributions.
More About Prosus & Our Culture At Prosus, we’re building businesses that empower communities on a global scale. Guided by our core values, Innovation, Results, People, Impact, and Entrepreneurship, we push boundaries, encourage collaboration, and create an environment where diversity and inclusion thrive.
We improve the everyday lives of 2 billion people through the best talent: 30,000 across our owned companies and 200,000 across our group. Our brands, like iFood, OLX, PayU, Stack Overflow, and Tencent, are changing the way people live and work. Looking ahead, we believe AI has the power to transform lives, solve real-world challenges, and unlock opportunities on an unparalleled scale. That’s why our mission is clear: to build an AI-first world that benefits billions.
We value curiosity, ownership, and resilience. We hire people who take initiative, embrace change, and bring fresh perspectives to everything they do. For a deeper look at our journey and future plans, explore our latest Annual Report. Stay up to date with our latest news to see what makes Prosus stand out. Learn more at www.prosus.com.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Commitment We respect the dignity and human rights of individuals and communities wherever we operate in the world. Building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and can thrive is critical for us. We provide access to education, which helps everyone understand the important role they play and the positive impact they can have.
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