Tax and Reporting Accountant

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Consolidation of month-end financial information and reporting to various stakeholders. This will include monthly and quarterly reporting packs to head office as well as assisting with internal reporting to various Business Units. Uploading of Actual, Forecast, and Budget information onto Hyperion & Prevero Supervise the preparation and consolidation of annual financial statements and other statutory reporting as and when required. Review of Intercompany transactions and ensuring compliance with both tax and statutory requirements. Local contact for Canada regarding all Hyperion and reporting-related queries Preparation of financial input for quarterly Board and monthly EXCO pack Integration of commercial and financial reporting Performing the tax calculations and management of tax returns for WSP – Income tax, Vat, WHT, and PAYE. Paying special attention to filing dates. Assistance with internal and external audits Provide oversite into the management of the financial and commercial reporting team. Preparation of DSO (days sales outstanding) calculations (monthly and forecast) Participate in the monthly and quarterly review of Business Unit’s – Gain understanding of business. Review the consolidation of quarterly forecasts for WSP Africa Perform adhoc reviews/investigation into Business unit performance as required. Perform merger and acquisition activities as and when required. Manage and simplify the statutory structure of WSP Africa and associated entities. QUALIFICATIONS: -6 years post-qualifying experience as a CA(SA) / CTA with articles Advanced excels skills essential – need to provide evidence of Excel modeling. Oracle and Hyperion experience non-negotiable Good technical background in IFRS Good understanding of tax Consulting experience preferable Africa Exposure is an advantage. Excellent people management skills and ability to work with people on all levels of the business. Flair for business with commercial savvy Proactive, organized, and strong personal drive Adaptable and resourceful in an ever-changing environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Sound organizational and time-management skills Attention to detail. KEY COMPETENCIES AND GENERIC SKILLS: Excellent people management skills and ability to work with people on all levels of the business. Flair for business with commercial savvy Proactive, organized, and strong personal drive Adaptable and resourceful in an ever-changing environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Sound organizational and time-management skills Attention to detail Building and maintaining relationship