The South African Postbank SOC Limited invites suitably qualified and experienced finance professionals to apply for a permanent senior role at its Head Office in Pretoria. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong IFRS expertise who are looking to grow their careers within a strategic public financial institution committed to transformation, compliance, and excellence.
Vacancy Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer: | South African Postbank |
| Position: | Reporting Specialist |
| Job Grade: | C5 |
| Position Number: | 60066684 |
| Business Unit: | Finance |
| Location: | Head Office, Pretoria |
| Employment Type: | Permanent |
| Closing Date: | 13 February 2026 |
Reporting Specialist (C5)
Purpose of the Job
To provide specialist International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) advice, perform complex financial analysis, and deliver high-quality financial accounting and reporting services that support Postbank’s strategic and regulatory objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Finance
- Monitor and implement developments in IFRS accounting standards
- Develop, implement and maintain Postbank accounting policies aligned with IFRS
- Support preparation of the annual integrated report
- Perform complex financial analysis for finance and business units
- Provide financial support for product development, financial modelling, profitability and investment decisions
- Prepare financial business cases and support contract negotiations
- Represent Finance on cross-functional teams
- Mentor and guide finance staff
- Prepare and improve financial statements in compliance with IFRS
- Manage and monitor Postbank assets, including fixed asset counts
- Support internal and external audits, regulatory submissions and financial reporting
- Provide IFRS technical advice to business units
- Deliver technical updates and training on accounting developments
- Liaise with auditors and resolve audit queries
- Prepare payment requisitions for audit fees and finance service providers
Governance and Compliance
- Ensure compliance with PFMA, IFRS, Companies Act and governance frameworks
- Adhere to financial controls, fraud prevention and risk management principles
- Support policy, process improvement and cost efficiency initiatives
Learning and Growth
- Maintain up-to-date technical accounting and industry knowledge
- Contribute to continuous improvement of finance capability
Role Requirements
Qualifications
- BCom Accounting or BCom Accounting Science
- Completion of SAICA articles (mandatory)
Experience
- 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in a similar role (banking industry preferred)
- In-depth IFRS knowledge within financial services
- SAP and CaseWare experience (advantageous)
- Financial modelling experience (advantageous)
- Ability to influence and interact at all organisational levels
Knowledge and Understanding
- Financial accounting and IFRS application
- Financial analysis, ratios, trends and value drivers
- Financial risk management
- Research, data interpretation and reconciliation
- Operational efficiency improvement
Skills and Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- People management and mentoring capability
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
- Strong numerical ability and mental alertness
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) via email.
- Email: RecruitmentSN@Postbank.co.za
- Subject Line: Reporting Specialist – C5
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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