Management Accountant

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled Management Accountant to join a dynamic finance team in Johannesburg. This pivotal role offers the chance to take ownership of financial reporting, compliance, and operational excellence within a fast‑paced supply chain and warehouse environment. The successful candidate will play a key part in driving accuracy, efficiency, and accountability across all financial functions, while supporting strategic decision‑making and business growth.
If you are deadline‑driven, detail‑oriented, and passionate about delivering results, this is an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise and advance your career in management accounting.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Prepare internal reports (volume, flash, management pack, board pack, cashflow, operational forecast). Execute and manage month‑end procedures. Analyse, review, and control intercompany accounts. Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. Ensure supplier payments align with vendor terms. Prepare weekly and monthly bank reconciliations. Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and annual budgets. Oversee VAT returns, EMP201 submissions, and compliance testing. Liaise with auditors and manage annual audit schedules. Ensure monthly management accounts are submitted on time. Monitor expenditure against budget and report irregularities. Customer & Operational Excellence Respond to internal\/external queries within 48 hours. Adhere to client SOPs\/SLAs. Maintain and enhance financial systems (Evolution, ZDos, WMS). Investigate revenue\/expense variances. Ensure accuracy of captured transactions and month\/year‑end rollovers. Leadership & Culture Develop and build the finance team. Manage AP\/AR staff and approvals. Enforce accountability and internal controls. Skills & Competencies Strong verbal and written communication. Advanced MS Excel and Word; Pastel Evolution exposure advantageous. Staff supervision experience. Knowledge of payroll (VIP preferred), tax, pension fund administration, statutory returns. Solid understanding of GAAP and IFRS. Analytical, detail‑oriented, deadline‑driven, proactive, and innovative. Familiarity with Kaizen principles beneficial. Requirements Matric (Grade 12). BCom in Management Accounting (CIMA advantageous). Minimum 5 years' experience in supply chain\/warehouse environment. 3-4 years' general financial management exposure. Knowledge of South African VAT essential.