Deloitte Senior Accountant: Project Services - Finance: Human Capital Consulting - Internal Client Services Jobs in Midrand South Africa
Deloitte Senior Accountant: Project Services - Finance: Human Capital Consulting - Internal Client Services Jobs in Midrand South Africa
Company DescriptionDeloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services.
Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies.
About the DivisionIt takes a high-powered network of internal support professionals to keep Deloitte going strong.
The internal services function provides a wide variety of support services to our organisation and people.
Rewarding career opportunities are available in:
- Human resources
- Information technology
- Marketing and Communications
- Financial support services, and much more.
As with all the functions in Deloitte, a core set of competencies is associated with each internal service area.
An overall understanding of value-added client service, the experience to work in multifunctional and cross-border teams, strong
Job DescriptionMain Purpose of JobEffectively delivers Project Services (PS) administration services to the business (as per dedicated Service Line) for engagements that are complex or large in nature
Ensure that PS processes are run correctly
Govern the changes made to resources or other project data
Differentiators for This Specific RoleSenior Project Services Accountants will be responsible for the end-to-end management of projects including, but not limited to:
Assists the Project Director/ Project Manager throughout the QRM process
Assists Business in collating the required information (such as the project plan, billing schedule and resourcing) to open a project code
Verifies accuracy and completeness of information required to open project codes
Enforces compliance of governance requirements in the way that codes are opened
Communicates code governance requirements to business as and where needed
Escalates non-compliance to direct report
Ensures that the correct contract type is selected in order for the correct revenue recognition methodology to be followed
Oversees the code opening integration of Phoenix to SAP S/4HANA , and loads any additional information required by SAP
Ensures timeous and accurate opening and closing of engagement codes (by self or Business if applicable)
Manages time recording and expenses claims in relation to the pre-loaded project plan
Manages billing based on the project plan and instruction from Business
Submit zero rated/ exempt VAT invoices to the Regional Tax Hub for tax compliance checks
Tracks unapproved expenses
Tracks missing time sheets and unapproved
overtime
Reviews forecast revenue based on project plan, in line with firm policy
Effect any required adjustments, based on instruction from Business, to the monthly forecast to ensure accurate revenue recognition
Initiates credit notes on request from Business and submits to the Business Partner for review
Ensures profit/loss impact of projects after project completion are reviewed and recognised correctly
Assists Business with timeous project code closure
Manages project code closure, with no activity, via a monthly ‘clean-up’ analysis
Manages replacement of Project Owners (Manager, Billing Partner, Proxy, project leaders or AR Party) on SAP
Resolves queries relating to project services data or process
Provides assistance and system training to project leaders on SAP activities relating to WIP and revenue reviews, rebates, provisions and revenue recognition reconciliations
Manages Project Services close over month-end
Performs first-level revenue analysis and combined with cost analysis from the General Accounting Senior Accountant, provides feedback to the Country/ Regional/ Service Line Business Partner/s on the results
Manages Project Services Accountants and Administrators
Governance
Communicates and updates the Project Services Specialist on Country/ Regional Project Services movements
Attends Africa-wide: Project Services team meetings and training
Complies with standardised processes and controls
Key Performance Area
Strategic Impact
Supports leadership in the delivery of services to clients in line with the defined strategic objectives:
→ Provides support to management in the implementation of change initiatives
→ Works with team to complete work by set deadlines advising manager of any issues prior to deadlines
Develops relationships with peer group at client to understand their business
Raises effective solutions to address issues in area of expertise that may enhance / renew service offerings to client
Client Impact: External / Internal
Independently delivers quality work within area of expertise, within deadlines
Provides client/s with sound professional advice and support on issues arising within area of expertise without reference to superior
Applies solutions to technical issues that arise within area of expertise, with minimal input from management
Proactively researches latest thought leadership within area of expertise and share with team as input to improved delivery to clients
Communicates regularly with both line manager and client to meet deliverable expectations in specific area of expertise
Operational Effectiveness
Proactively identifies technical problems that arise that may affect delivery and propose resolutions to address these
Independently delivers on designated tasks within area of expertise
Provides line manager with detailed reporting on status of deliverables on a regular basis
Manages risk in area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies and processes
Reviews own work prior to submission to ensure quality and provide guidance to junior team members on quality standards
Development/Growth of Team
Shares expertise and knowledge with team members
Actively works to address development areas
identified
Coaches / mentors junior team members of the team
May act as counsellor to junior staff within Finance
Budgets / Profitability
Effective use of time, equipment and resources
Qualifications
Degree (Hons in Finance / Accounting)
Experience
5 years in finance
Desired Qualifications]
Postgraduate qualification in Finance / Accounting
Desired Experience
7 years in finance
Additional Information
Technical Competencies
Technical expert in specific functional area
Demonstrated capability in interaction at all levels, briefing, analysis and project management
skills
Experience in drafting and delivering presentations
Good report writing skills
Sound financial knowledge and understanding
Behavioural Competencies
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others
Strong client delivery focus
Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease
Focus on quality and risk
Effective problem solving ability
Excellent business acumen
Leadership Capabilities
Living our Purpose - Acts as a role model, embracing and living our purpose and values, and recognizing others for the impact they make
Influence - Influences clients, teams, and individuals positively, leading by example and establishing confident relationships with increasingly senior people
Performance Drive - Delivers exceptional client service; maximizes results and drives high performance from people while fostering collaboration across businesses and borders, towards the achievement of the firm’s pipeline and revenue targets.
Strategic Direction - Understands key objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns people to objectives and sets priorities and direction
Talent Development - Develops high-performing people and teams through challenging and meaningful opportunities
Professional Capabilities
Knows the business and industry
Manages to results - Takes responsibility for assigned areas and contributes to the successful realization of common goals
Manages and executes projects - Prepares and manages work plans to ensure efficient and timely completion of work
Solves problems - Identifies and solves problems objectively using analysis, experience and judgment
Manages quality and risk
Manages change and ambiguity - Is adaptive and flexible in the face of change and ambiguity
How to Apply
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