Group Accountant

A leading company based in Grand Baie, Mauritius, is seeking a Group Accountant to join their finance team. This exciting opportunity involves managing financial information across a diverse group of businesses while contributing to process improvements and delivering meaningful insights. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, demonstrate strong attention to detail, and work independently with a high degree of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate financial records for the holding company.
• Prepare monthly trial balance, management accounts, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with group inter-company transactions and cash management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards in financial reporting.
• Review financial information and enhance its usefulness for stakeholders.
• Analysis & Support:
• Analyse financial results, identify variances, and provide actionable insights.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, audit, and statutory reporting processes.
• Systems & Processes:
• Work extensively in Excel to manage, review, analyse, and consolidate financial data.
• Use and maintain Sage accounting software (experience preferred).
• Drive process improvements and maintain strong internal controls.
• Handle transactions and reconciliations across multiple currencies.
• Compliance & Administration:
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Support tax and statutory compliance requirements.
• Ensure all accounting records and supporting documentation are properly maintained.

Candidate Requirements:

• Education:
• A degree in Accounting (BCom or equivalent) covering core accounting principles and basic IFRS knowledge.
• Experience:
• Ideally 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience working across multiple entities or business units is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, sumifs).
• Experience with Sage Accounting Software (preferred).
• Strong understanding of the flow of financial information within an organisation.
• Comfortable working with digital tools and the Microsoft 365 environment.
• Soft Skills:
• Analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Proactive approach with a willingness to take initiative and adapt to change in a dynamic business environment.