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We are renowned for our innovative approach to cell captive structures and other alternative risk transfer solutions for our clients. Guardrisk offers clients custom designed cover and is registered in South Africa as an insurer for all statutory classes of non-life and life insurance business.\nDisclaimer\nAs an applicant, please verify the legitimacy of this job advert on our company career page.Role Purpose\nThe work will consist of providing high quality, service driven and client focused reporting for Guardrisk Life Ltd, a licenced life insurer, part of the Guardrisk Group with ultimate holding company Momentum Group Ltd. Reporting responsibilities include preparation of all SAM returns, IFRS financial statements, group reporting packs, tax returns (including calculation of taxes payable), completion of all SARS related reporting and add hoc requests. 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