Senior Accountant Financial Accounting at Element Six South Africa

Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Accounting, Reporting, Data Analysis, Management, Compliance, Tax Submissions, General Ledger Reconciliation, Stakeholder Engagement, Crisis Management, Transformation, Continuous Improvement, Diversity Promotion, Safety Culture, Performance Monitoring, Mining Environment Knowledge, Finance Systems Competence

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively. As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market. Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do. If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger. Location: Corporate Complex Job Description Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Maintaining accounting records of a number of entities within the Valterra Platinum Group, with a strong focus on month end close, including journals, payments processing, generating invoices, processing bank transactions, general ledger reconciliations and reporting financial information to internal management and key stakeholders. Preparing calculations and schedules in support of VAT return and income tax submissions for these entities. Compilation of annual financial statements for these entities Engagement with external auditors and required internal stakeholders. Managing, coordinating, compiling and submitting all Stats SA and SARB reporting for the Valterra Platinum Group Implement a purpose-driven, high-performing culture that is aligned with the company values, is inclusive and promotes diversity, supports engagement and fosters continuous improvement to work processes. Ensure compliance to internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements Qualifications Tertiary qualification: B-Degree in Accounting and/or Finance will be advantageous Experience 3-5 years’ relevant experience At least 3 years’ experience in a Finance environment of which 2 years preferably in a mining environment Technical Skills Financial accounting and reporting Competent in mine related finance systems and related legislation Identify new methods to ensure productive and safe work and achieve plans. Monitor benchmarks and identify performance gaps. Ability to manage work packages across a portfolio of project activities. Proficient in leading and managing through crisis, transformation, and change. Data analysis and management for decision-making. Proficient in establishing and implementing a culture within the discipline where safety and health Additional Information Who We Are We are a Southern African PGM producer, marketing metals globally, with a presence across 8 regions and 17 sites. Our operations include 4 operating mines, 3 smelters, and 2 refineries, giving us full control across the Platinum Group Metals (PGM) value chain—from resource to market. We explore, we mine, we concentrate, we smelt, we refine and we market. As a result, we have an in-depth knowledge of PGM production and markets. Using this knowledge, we invest in developing sustainable markets for PGMs, partnering directly with research institutions as well as customers in the industrial, jewellery and investment sectors. With 3 global marketing hubs and a team of over 29,000 employees, we serve a diverse international customer base while remaining deeply rooted in Southern Africa. What We Offer At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact. We offer: Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment. Market-aligned reward and recognition. Opportunities for learning, development and progression. A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation. A clear commitment to safe Operations. Inclusion and Diversity Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential. Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch. How to Apply To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert. Closing Date 01 October 2025 Privacy policy - Valterra Platinum

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Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant will maintain accounting records for multiple entities within the Valterra Platinum Group, focusing on month-end close processes and financial reporting. Responsibilities also include preparing VAT and income tax submissions, compiling annual financial statements, and engaging with external auditors.