Assistant Management Accountant

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Location: Cape Town
Job Type: Full-Time
Closing Date: 10 July 2025
Job Requisition ID: JR-67227

Company Overview:
Old Mutual is committed to unlocking Africa’s potential and building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the continent. The organisation seeks to empower its employees and support them in shaping Africa’s financial future.

Job Description:
The Assistant Management Accountant will perform professional accounting work, including the compilation, consolidation, and analysis of financial data. The role requires a solid understanding of accounting principles and hands-on experience with bookkeeping. Key tasks may include ledger maintenance, journal entry preparation, fixed asset and inventory accounting, trial balance and financial statement preparation, cost accounting, and bank reconciliations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in preparing financial and management reports

  • Provide financial analysis, commentary, and support across the OMC value chain (distribution, administration, product management, and group reporting)

  • Engage with business unit managers on financial results and expense trends

  • Lead the detailed expense budgeting process

  • Support the maintenance of a strong financial control environment

  • Work within a team while managing individual priorities

  • Adapt to business and system changes that impact financial processes

  • Meet strict internal and external deadlines

Minimum Requirements:

  • Matric

  • BCom Accounting or equivalent finance qualification

  • At least 2 years’ experience in a finance-related role

  • Experience in the insurance industry will be advantageous

  • High attention to detail

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Core Competencies:

  • Business Insight

  • Financial Acumen

  • Communication Skills

  • Planning and Execution

  • Accountability

  • Problem Solving and Decision Making

  • Collaboration and Relationship Building

  • Adaptability and Learning Agility


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