Finance Procurement Accountant

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This is an exciting opportunity to join one of South Africa's leading hospitality groups, where finance plays a pivotal role in supporting operational excellence and business growth. If you enjoy working across financial reporting, accounts payable, reconciliations, compliance, and management accounting, this position offers exceptional exposure within a dynamic multi-property environment. Our client is seeking a Finance Procurement Accountant to join their finance team and support the integrity of financial reporting across multiple business units. Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in ensuring expenses are accurately recorded, financial controls are maintained, and management reporting is delivered timeously and accurately. Key Responsibilities: Financial Accounting & General Ledger Management Review general ledger transactions to ensure accurate allocations and VAT treatment. Prepare and post monthly journals, accruals, provisions, and other accounting adjustments. Process complex accounting transactions including depreciation, impairments, finance costs, management fees, and lease-related entries. Ensure correct asset capitalization and expense allocation. Process credit notes and monthly recurring financial transactions. Monitor and maintain the accuracy of financial records across multiple entities. Accounts Payable & Finance Operations Provide support to various business units with the accounts payable function when required. Oversee petty cash processing, reconciliations, and controls. Assist with supplier payments and procurement-related accounting processes. Support operational teams on financial systems and processes. Ensure all finance deadlines are met to facilitate accurate and timely reporting. Assist finance leadership with ad hoc projects and operational finance requirements. Management Accounting & Reporting Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules. Compile key financial performance metrics and variance analyses. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation. Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements. Perform VAT reconciliations and reasonableness reviews. Ensure management reporting is completed accurately and within reporting deadlines. Audit, Compliance & Governance Assist with interim, quarterly, and annual audit processes. Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external, internal, and compliance audits. Maintain compliance with IFRS, tax legislation, and company policies. Ensure financial records are maintained in a structured and audit-ready format. Support the development and updating of finance process documentation. Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial controls and governance processes. Budgeting & Business Support Assist with budget preparation and forecasting activities. Support finance leadership with strategic and operational projects. Contribute towards achieving departmental and organisational financial objectives. Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and financial processes. Job Experience and Skills Required: Matric certificate. BCom Accounting, CIMA, CA(SA), or a related accounting qualification. Previous experience in a financial accounting, management accounting, or procurement accounting role. Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial reporting. Experience with accounts payable, reconciliations, VAT, and month-end processes. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience working with ERP or procurement systems will be advantageous. Strong understanding of IFRS and accounting principles. Ability to work across multiple entities or business units. Key Competencies: Strong technical accounting ability. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive and solutions-driven approach. Ability to support and guide junior team members when required. Effective crisis management and prioritisation skills. Why Consider This Opportunity? This role offers broad exposure across financial accounting, procurement finance, reporting, compliance, and operational support within a well-established and growing hospitality group. You'll work alongside experienced finance leaders, gain exposure to complex multi-entity accounting processes, and contribute directly to the financial success of the business. Apply Now! 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