Finance Analyst – Data Governance, Accounting

Old Mutual Limited

. Support the Finance Data Governance and Accounting function .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeJohannesburg • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IFRS accounting and data governance, with a strong ability to translate accounting requirements into actionable data specifications. Proven track record in financial reporting accuracy, compliance, and process optimization within finance and data domains.

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IFRS AccountingData GovernanceFinancial ReportingOracle ERPChartered Accountant

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisProcess MappingData Quality ManagementIntegration InitiativesFinancial ConsolidationAccounting Standards InterpretationControl Framework DesignData TransformationSOP DevelopmentImpact Analysis

Soft Skills

Stakeholder EngagementCommunicationProblem-SolvingProcess ImprovementWorkshop Facilitation

Tools & Technologies

Oracle ERPHFM

Certifications & Qualifications

CA(SA)Honours Degree (Hons)

Industry Keywords

Finance Data GovernanceFinancial ServicesAccounting ProcessesData ManagementCompliance Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracleOracle ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Finance Data Governance and Accounting function
Interpret and apply IFRS standards
Translate accounting requirements into data, system, and integration specifications
Analyse accounting white papers and document end-to-end implementation across systems
Validate accounting treatment across the reporting estate
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial reporting outputs
Challenge existing accounting processes and drive improvements
Document how accounting treatments are implemented across system architecture
Partner with Finance, Data, and Technology teams to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable outputs
Act as a translator between Finance and IT
Facilitate workshops, stakeholder interviews, and working sessions
Implement data governance frameworks, policies, and standards
Develop and maintain data definitions, business glossaries, data ownership and stewardship structures, data quality rules, and control frameworks
Contribute to data quality monitoring, issue resolution, and control design
Maintain consistency and integrity of metadata across systems
Perform impact analysis across systems, processes, and data flows
Document current-state and future-state processes across finance and data domains
Map process flows and data flows, highlighting key controls and dependencies
Develop and maintain SOPs, data governance policies and standards, and process and control documentation
Identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for improvement
Recommend and support implementation of best-practice processes and controls
Embed data governance and control frameworks into business processes
Contribute to ongoing optimisation of finance reporting and data management practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

BCom (Honours) in Finance, Accounting, or related field
CA(SA) or similar professional qualification
4 to 6 years’ relevant experience in a finance or finance data role
Strong experience in IFRS accounting, preferably in Financial Services
Experience with finance systems such as Oracle ERP, HFM, or similar
Experience in data governance, data management, and data quality
Experience in integration, migration, or optimisation initiatives
Exposure to financial reporting, consolidation, and reconciliation processes
Strong understanding of finance principles and accounting standards, including IFRS
Ability to interpret accounting guidance and translate it into system/data requirements
Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of finance data structures, including GL, hierarchies, and sub-ledgers
Knowledge of data integration and transformation
Knowledge of data governance and control frameworks
Ability to design governance artefacts, including policies, SOPs, and controls
Ability to document process and data flows clearly
Ability to challenge and improve existing practices
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Accountability for data integrity, accuracy, and compliance
Chartered Accountant qualification required
Honours Degree (Hons)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Employment Equity Plan consideration in line with Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit