Finance Operations Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR011753/Aly

Date posted:

Friday, November 6, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

R600 000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Are you a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys getting out from behind the desk and working closely with operations? This exciting opportunity offers exposure to operational finance, budgeting, stock management, financial analysis, and business partnering while acting as the critical link between Head Office and operational sites.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is seeking a Finance Operations Accountant to join their finance team. This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys a hands-on operational environment, interacting with stakeholders across the business, and translating financial information into practical business solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with operational teams and site management, ensuring financial controls are maintained, budgets are monitored, and financial performance is understood and improved. This role requires someone who is comfortable challenging operational stakeholders, identifying opportunities for improvement, and driving accountability. Key Responsibilities Act as the finance link between Head Office and operational sites Travel to sites to support operational finance requirements Monitor and analyse site financial performance Support budgeting and forecasting processes Perform financial analysis and provide operational insights Assist with stock reporting, stock controls, and stock investigations Identify financial and operational risks Support cost management initiatives Analyse trends and provide recommendations for performance improvement Drive accountability across operational teams Assist with finance process improvements and automation initiatives Support month-end reporting and management reporting requirements Job Experience and Skills Required Education: BCom Accounting, Finance, or related qualification Experience: Minimum 3 years' relevant finance experience Articles advantageous but not essential Commercial finance experience preferred Operational finance exposure advantageous Experience with budgeting and financial analysis Experience working with stock, inventory, or operational environments advantageous Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel Financial Analysis Budgeting & Forecasting Stock Control & Reporting Management Reporting Business Partnering AI and Automation Exposure (essential) Strong Stakeholder Management Financial Controls Why Apply? Opportunity to work closely with operations Broad commercial and operational finance exposure Dynamic role with regular site engagement Strong business partnering focus Fuel card included Opportunity to influence business performance directly Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: \/> I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Financial Accountant Accountant Senior Accountant Financial Manager Management Accountant Cost Accountant Finance Supervisor Finance Manager Group Accountant 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: Alyssa Prinsloo Recruitment Consultant Connect with me on LinkedIn!

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