Financial Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009511/EFC

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Immediately available Financial Accountant looking for strong multinational and operational finance exposure on a fixed-term contract?

POSITION INFO:
An exciting 6-month maternity cover opportunity is available for a hands-on Financial Accountant who can step into a fast-paced finance environment and make an immediate impact.

This role offers excellent exposure across creditors, cash flow forecasting, VAT, reporting, and operational finance functions within a structured corporate environment. You will work closely with the Financial Manager while supporting critical finance processes and ensuring strong internal controls.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys operational accounting, thrives under deadlines, and is looking to gain valuable contract exposure within a dynamic finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

Review creditors reconciliations and payment runs
Investigate PPV variances and process invoice adjustments
Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and Treasury requests
Process credit card transactions and foreign payment documentation
Assist the debtors department where required
Prepare monthly journals and financial reports
Compile and submit Hyperion reports
Prepare VAT returns and assist with ad hoc finance tasks
Ensure compliance with internal controls and finance procedures

Job Experience and Skills Required:
Education:

BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience:

Relevant Financial Accounting experience essential
Exposure to operational finance and reporting
Contract or multinational exposure advantageous

Skills:

Advanced Excel (non-negotiable)
SYSPRO advantageous
Hyperion advantageous
Strong reconciliation and reporting skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Apply now!

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- Permanent/Contract Finance Roles
- Financial Accounting
- Operational Finance
- CA(SA)
- Financial Management
- Multinational Finance

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:
Eoudia Chadinha |
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