SUMMARY:
Own the numbers. Shape the narrative. Elevate the finance function! A leading freight and logistics company is seeking a Financial Accountant who can thrive in a fast-moving, high-pressure environment. If you excel at taking control of the accounting landscape and enjoy working in a business where every number matters, this role offers challenge, ownership, and momentum.
POSITION INFO:
Our client operates within the freight and logistics sector—an industry built on precision, timing, and operational excellence. As the organisation expands, the finance team requires a skilled accountant who can tighten controls, uplift reporting quality, and provide meaningful financial insights.
This role offers far more than routine accounting: you’ll collaborate closely with operational teams, influence financial decision-making, and play a key role in maintaining the company’s financial stability and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end financial accounting, journals, reconciliations, and general ledger control
- Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, reporting packs, and variance commentary
- Oversee VAT, tax submissions, and regulatory compliance
- Maintain fixed assets and ensure accurate depreciation and balance sheet schedules
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis
- Strengthen internal controls and enhance financial processes
- Prepare for audits and work with external auditors as required
- Partner with operations to analyse costs and identify profitability improvements
- Introduce reporting enhancements and contribute to system improvements
Job Experience & Skills Required:- BCom Accounting or equivalent (completed articles advantageous)
- Experience within freight, logistics, supply chain, or similar fast-paced sectors
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and IFRS
- High proficiency in Excel and comfort with accounting/ERP systems
- Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
- Analytical mindset, organised working style, and proactive problem-solving approach
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- Financial Manager
- Group Finance Manager
- Financial Director
- Group Accountant
- Financial Accountant
- Management Accountant
- Cost Accountant
- Financial Controller
- Bookkeeper
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
For more information, contact:
Camryn Basson
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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