Financial Accountant - Pietermaritzburg

Recruiter:

Accountancy Placements Pietermaritzburg

Job Ref:

PMB001142/SN

Date posted:

Friday, September 12, 2025

Location:

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Financial Accountant – Pietermaritzburg
Our client seeks a meticulous and organised Financial Accountant to join their team.

POSITION INFO:

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly management accounts, flash reports, and variance analyses for entities and investors
Manage month-end processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Streamline Excel-based processes to enhance efficiency
Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes, acting as the primary liaison with auditors
Oversee VAT submissions, tax calculations, and fixed asset management
Provide ad-hoc support to the Finance and Payroll teams

Requirements

Accounting degree or diploma
5+ years of financial accounting experience
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (essential)
Experience with Pastel Partner and BI/reporting software (preferred)
Hardworking, detail-oriented, and effective communicator
Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to occasional overtime

Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.

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