Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF023462/SL

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

600 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
We are working with a well-established, multi-entity group seeking a commercially minded Accountant to join one of their busy, high-turnover restaurant operations. This role sits at the heart of the business, supporting a fast-moving environment where strong financial governance is critical. As the on-site finance lead, you will take ownership of financial controls, ensuring reporting accuracy and adherence to group standards. You will partner closely with operational teams to monitor costs, oversee stock processes, and strengthen cash handling practices playing a key role in maintaining financial discipline across the business.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is comfortable being close to operations visible, involved, and proactive. You’ll need to be highly organised, detail-focused, and capable of managing competing demands in a pressured, high-energy setting.
If you thrive in environments where no two days are the same and enjoy bringing structure and clarity to complex operations, this could be an excellent fit.

POSITION INFO:
Assist with monthly and year-end close processes Prepare monthly management accounts, including analysis of food cost, labour cost, and profitability Manage stock control: counts, reconciliations, and variance investigations Oversee suppliers: check invoices, reconcile accounts, process payments, and negotiate costs Perform daily cash and bank reconciliations across POS and deposits Identify cost-saving opportunities and support margin improvement initiatives Maintain financial records, including creditors, debtors, and compliance requirements Partner with operations, providing financial insights for daily decision-making Enforce strong controls across cash, stock, and operational processes Ensure accuracy across POS, stock, and accounting systems, and improve processes where needed Skills & Experience: Full Accounting function Food and beverage (non-negotiable) Qualification: Finance-related degree Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies.

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