Financial Accountant

SUMMARY:
Are you a meticulous Senior Accountant with a passion for excellence and an eye for process improvement?
I’m partnering with a premium manufacturing brand that’s raising the bar for quality and craftsmanship—and they’re looking for a sharp, detail-obsessed Senior Accountant to join their finance team.
If you’ve completed your SAICA articles, hold a BCom degree, and bring 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience, this could be your next big career move. With a SAGE implementation project on the horizon, your systems expertise and commercial insight will play a key role in building scalable, future-fit finance processes that support growth across the business.
This is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, cares deeply about precision, and wants their work to reflect the same level of quality and consistency as the products this brand is known for.
If that sounds like you—let’s connect.

POSITION INFO:

As the Senior Accountant, your duties and responsibilities could include the following:
Oversee full accounting function, including month-end close, journals, reconciliations, and reporting
Support the implementation and optimization of SAGE accounting software across the finance function
Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports to support strategic decision-making
Maintain cost accounting processes to ensure accurate product costing and margin analysis
Monitor inventory transactions and manufacturing variances to ensure alignment with financial records
Collaborate with internal departments to streamline processes and improve financial controls
Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, and company policies
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
Lead and mentor junior finance staff, driving a culture of excellence and accountability

Skills & Experience:
5 years of experience (in the manufacturing industry)
Proficiency in SAGE
Strong leadership skills

Qualification:
Completed BCom degree
Completed SAICA articles


Contact JENELLE COOKSON on , quoting the Ref: CTF021028.

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