Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF022180/CV

Date posted:

Monday, January 19, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

500 000

SUMMARY:
A dynamic organisation is seeking a highly capable Financial Accountant to support financial operations, reporting, and administrative processes. The role requires someone with strong technical accounting skills, excellent analytical ability, and the confidence to engage with multiple stakeholders. The successful candidate will be involved in full financial management, reporting cycles, fixed asset control, and supporting organisational planning.

POSITION INFO:

Manage key financial processes including debtors, creditors, cash flow, journals, provisions and general ledger reviews.
Analyse management accounts, investigate variances and support business leaders with insight-driven recommendations
Oversee fixed asset processes, including capex control, asset register updates and annual audit outcomes
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including budgets, forecasts and reconciliations
Support continuous improvement initiatives, optimising processes and ensuring compliance with internal controls and policies

Skills & Experience:
Strong analytical, numerical and problemâsolving ability
Advanced Excel skills and strong systems proficiency (SAP advantageous)
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure
Strong attention to detail with a drive for highâquality output
Able to work independently as well as within crossâfunctional teams
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a finance or administrative leadership role
Exposure to logistics or similar operational environments beneficial

Qualification:
Bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma in Accounting
Completed SAICA/SAIPA articles

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