Accountant

SUMMARY:
Financial Accountant

A meticulous and proactive Financial Accountant is sought to take ownership of the financial accounting and payroll function within a multinational group operating across Africa. This role involves full-function accounting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, audit preparation, and supporting ERP implementation across multiple regions. The ideal candidate is systems-savvy, detail-oriented, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related
• Professional certification (SAIPA/SAICA/ACCA/CIMA) advantageous
• 5+ years of full-function accounting experience in a group or multinational environment
• Solid understanding of VAT, Tax, and statutory reporting requirements
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Acumatica preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with multiple currencies
• Strong communication skills and ability to support cross-border teams

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and process financial transactions across all entities using Acumatica ERP
• Reconcile credit card statements, creditors, and intercompany loan accounts
• Prepare VAT, Tax, and statutory returns for timely submission
• Maintain accurate invoicing for recoveries, management fees, and debtors
• Identify and report ERP deficiencies; support regional finance teams with ERP queries
• Assist with standardising and updating Chart of Accounts across entities
• Draft and implement finance SOPs and policies tailored per country
• Participate in bi-annual financial reviews and support consolidated reporting
• Track CAPEX and project spend against approved budgets
• Support costing initiatives and standardise group financial templates
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts in both local currency and USD
• Analyse month-to-month variances and ensure transactional accuracy
• Assist in group annual budgeting, including template creation, training, and reviews
• Lead international and consolidated audit preparations; serve as key audit contact
• Review Annual Financial Statements and ensure final TB reconciliation accuracy
• Conduct financial health checks, prepare quarterly forecasts, and monitor risks
• Manage international cash flow and ensure accurate financial analysis
• Review and align financial agreements and compliance across multiple regions

Consultant: Lynette Wolmarans - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga
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