General Accountant
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Job Location:
Centurion - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Centurion South Africa
Reports to: Senior Financial Accountant
Role Purpose
The Financial Accountant at IQVIA plays a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting ensuring full compliance with statutory and internal requirements and supporting informed business decisionmaking through detailed financial analysis.
This role supports complex regional operations and utilizes advanced financial systems to maintain financial integrity efficiency and control.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
- Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements in line with IFRS standards
- Ensure timely accurate reporting to regional and global stakeholders
MonthEnd Close
- Prepare and post journals in PeopleSoft and SAP
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations using BlackLine ensuring accuracy and completeness
Compliance & Statutory Submissions
- Prepare and submit VAT EMP201 and other statutory returns for South African and regional entities
- Support income tax reconciliations and ensure compliance with local regulations
Audit Support
- Coordinate internal and external audits
- Maintain audit documentation across multiple legal entities
Payroll & Salary Accounting
- Capture and post payroll journals into the accounting system
Financial Analysis
- Analyze financial trends costs and revenues to support business and strategic decisionmaking
Special Projects
- Participate in M&A activity global tax reporting and finance process improvement initiatives
Qualifications & Skills
Education
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field
- Currently working towards a professional qualification (e.g. SAICA SAIPA CIMA ACCA)
Experience
- 23 years experience in financial accounting or audit
- Exposure to a multinational environment is highly advantageous
Technical Skills
- Handson experience with PeopleSoft SAP and BlackLine
- Advanced Excel skills required
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problemsolving capabilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
Why Join IQVIA
At IQVIA youll gain exposure to complex multiregional financial operations while working with advanced financial systems in a global healthcare analytics and technology leader. This role offers excellent opportunities to contribute to strategic initiatives grow professionally and make a meaningful impact in a purposedriven organization.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements misrepresentations or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application or termination of employment if discovered later in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Key Skills
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Taleo
- GAAP
- Journal Entries
- QuickBooks
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- Microsoft Dynamics Navision
- Account Reconciliation
- Accrual Accounting
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
- Accounts Payable
About Company
IQVIA is the Human Data Science Company™. We are inspired by the industry we serve and provide solutions that enable life sciences companies to innovate with confidence, maximize opportunities and ultimately drive human health outcomes forward. Our approach is Human Data Science – a d ... View more
