Group Reporting Accountant

Why this role matters

• You make sure Unifi’s group numbers are right and our reporting keeps getting better as we grow. You’ll work closely with finance teams across Africa, getting into the details, questioning how we do things and helping solve problems.You’ll make our reporting, systems and controls simpler, more consistent and more automated, so Finance can scale with Unifi.

What you will own 

• Group reporting: Review monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated accounts and financial statements, working with country finance teams to keep reporting accurate, consistent and on time.
• Technical accounting & valuations: Work through complex IFRS matters, recommend practical accounting solutions and perform quarterly group valuations, including investments, impairments and the loan book.
• Year-end audit: Work with external auditors and country finance teams to resolve queries, keep the audit moving and get everything signed off on time.
• Finance systems & NetSuite: Own NetSuite administration and finance integrations, improving systems to make financial reporting and day-to-day work easier.
• Finance processes & controls: Design and improve practical controls, processes and tools that help country teams close accurately and on time, without unnecessary admin.
• Planning & group projects: Support Group FP&A with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis, while helping move group reporting projects forward.
• Supporting country finance teams: Share knowledge and provide practical training to help country teams use finance systems, apply accounting standards and follow processes consistently.

What you will bring

• Registered with SAICA as a CA(SA).
• At least 2 - 5 years’ post-articles experience.
• Hands-on group reporting and consolidation in a multi-entity, multi-currency business.
• Solid IFRS knowledge, and the confidence to defend your position with auditors and senior finance leaders.
• The ability to see what’s happening in the business and how it shows up in the numbers.
• Some experience with NetSuite, Oracle or a similar ERP, especially administration or integrations is advantageous.
• Willing and able to travel to one of our teams in Africa at least twice in a year.

 Closing Date 30 November 2026