Finance Operations Accountant

SUMMARY:
Finance Operations Accountant | Up to R 600 000.00 per annum | Cape Town - Northern Suburbs

Are you an Accountant who prefers being where the action happens rather than sitting behind a desk all day?

We're looking for a commercially minded, hands-on Finance Operations Accountant who knows how to turn numbers into action!

This is an exciting opportunity for an assertive finance professional who enjoys getting involved in daily operations, visiting sites and bridging the gap between Head Office and operational teams.

If you understand the numbers, can challenge the status quo and have a passion for AI and automation, this opportunity has your name written all over it!

POSITION INFO:
🔎 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: BCom degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field Minimum 3 years' experience in articles or a commercial finance environment (commercial experience preferred) Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis Experience with stock management, inventory controls and operational reporting Practical exposure to AI tools, automation or finance process improvements Confident, assertive personality with excellent stakeholder engagement skills Willingness to travel between operational sites Ability to challenge processes, identify inefficiencies and drive improvements 💼 WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Act as the financial link between Head Office and operational sites Conduct regular site visits to understand financial and operational performance Analyse budgets, costs, stock movements and variances Identify operational inefficiencies and opportunities for cost savings Support site managers with financial insights and decision-making Drive AI and automation initiatives to streamline finance processes Strengthen financial controls and ensure operational accountability If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more Finance jobs, please visit 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 future roles. For more information, contact: Arista Palin Specialist Recruitment Consultant