Description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve.

Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies

Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

International Intercompany Billing Manager

Job Location: Johannesburg, South Africa - Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

International Intercompany Billing Manager - Lead Global Financial Operations at Sedgwick, Johannesburg

Sedgwick is seeking a dynamic and experienced International Intercompany Billing Manager to lead its global billing operations from Johannesburg. This pivotal role sits within the Finance and Accounting department and is responsible for managing the end-to-end intercompany billing process across multiple international entities. The successful candidate will ensure that all transactions are executed accurately, timely, and in full compliance with international accounting standards and corporate policies.

As a strategic leader, you will oversee a dedicated team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to streamline processes, enhance automation, and resolve complex reconciliation issues across regions. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting month-end and year-end close activities, preparing journal entries, and maintaining robust account reconciliations.

This role demands a strong foundation in international accounting principles and intercompany processes, along with proven leadership experience in a global environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural setting and are passionate about driving operational efficiency and financial integrity, Sedgwick offers an exciting opportunity to make a global impact.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Accounting Expertise - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a strong foundation in financial principles.
• Intercompany Experience - Skilled in intercompany accounting, including experience in a managerial or leadership role.
• International Knowledge - Solid understanding of international accounting standards, intercompany processes, and transfer pricing.
• ERP Proficiency - Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Advanced Excel Skills - High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Leadership Ability - Proven track record of managing teams, providing mentorship, and driving performance.
• Analytical Thinking - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage complex global transactions and reconciliations.
• Communication Skills - Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for cross-functional and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Process Improvement - Demonstrated success in implementing process enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Global Perspective - Ability to work effectively across different cultures, regions, and time zones.
• Preferred Experience - Background in multinational corporations with complex intercompany structures.
• Tax and Currency Knowledge - Familiarity with foreign currency transactions and global tax considerations.

Wherever you are in your career, we can support you to achieve your goals.

A role with Sedgwick opens the door to many benefits, including:

• Structured programmes with clear timescales & transparent career pathways
• Fully supported professional qualifications with rewards
• Competitive salary

Our other benefits include:

• Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)
• A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme, including life & disability cover
• Annual leave allowance of 25 days + public holidays

Next steps for you:

Think we'd be a great match? Apply now - we want to hear from you.

If you're unsure whether you have all the skills needed then do apply - we are looking for all backgrounds from seasoned professionals to those returning to the workforce, and everyone in-between.

Not only that, but we are also proud to have a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.

After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).

#LI-HYBRID

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.