Group Management Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr003864/LinW

Date posted:

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

690000 Annually

SUMMARY:

If you lead from the front, understand the numbers behind operations, and thrive in complex environments, this Group Management Accountant role could be your next big move. If you’re a seasoned finance professional who enjoys driving performance, managing teams, and delivering insight across multiple business units, this opportunity in Gauteng offers both scale and influence.

POSITION INFO:
A wellâestablished organization within the engineering sector, operating in a technically demanding and projectâdriven environment, is seeking a Group Management Accountant. This role sits at a senior level within the finance structure and involves leading a large finance team, supporting multiple operations, and ensuring strong financial performance across the group.

You’ll be responsible for consolidating financial insight, driving reporting excellence, and partnering closely with operational leadership in a fastâpaced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a large finance team (40+ staff members) across multiple functions
Oversee management accounting, reporting, and performance analysis across the group
Prepare and review monthly management accounts and reporting packs
Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across business units
Consolidate financial information to provide groupâlevel insights
Partner with operational teams to support cost management and performance improvement
Ensure strong financial controls, governance, and compliance
Analyze financial data and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership
Oversee and improve processes, systems, and reporting efficiencies

Job Experience and Skills Required:

BCom / CIMA (studying) / CA(SA)
Minimum 10+ years’ experience within management accounting or similar roles
Proven experience managing large teams and complex finance structures
Strong background in engineering, manufacturing, or related industries (preferred)
Solid experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate in a fastâpaced, highâpressure environment
Commercially minded with strong analytical capability

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Researcher: Finance
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