SUMMARY:
Do you see beyond spreadsheets and use financial insights to influence business performance? Then keep reading. Our client, an industry leader in logistics and freight, is searching for a Management Accountant who thrives in a fast-moving, operations-driven environment
In this role, you'll be the strategic link between finance and the business—translating numbers into actionable insight, challenging inefficiencies, and enabling smarter decision-making. We’re looking for someone progressing toward their CIMA qualification with 3–5 years of management accounting experience, ideally gained in logistics, distribution, or another high-volume operational sector. If you have a knack for streamlining processes, improving systems, and leveraging automation, you’ll be a standout
If you’re hungry for impact and ready to elevate your career—this is the opportunity to grab. Apply now
POSITION INFO:
As the Management Accountant, your duties include the following:
Analyse financial performance and provide insights on margins, cash flow, and cost allocations
Prepare and maintain accurate management accounts, budgets, and forecasts
Monitor actual vs. standard cost variances and ensure accurate recovery rates across business units and commodities
Conduct regular system reviews to ensure financial data aligns with operational activities
Oversee the accuracy of income statements, ERP, and budgeting tool reports
Support Terminal Management with financial projects and decision-making
Manage VAT submissions, cash flow forecasts, and monthly accounting transactions for shared entities
Review operational data and financial reports to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities
Maintain product and cost structures within financial systems to ensure data integrity
Provide leadership and support to junior finance staff while ensuring compliance with financial policies
Skills & Experience:
3-5 years of experience in a Management Accountant position (within an operational environment)
Sage X3 experience
CIMA or SAICA qualification
Qualification:
Completed Finance/Accounting degree
Contact JENELLE COOKSON on , quoting the Ref: CTF021811.
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