Management Accountant (Operational)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR007541/Angie

Date posted:

Monday, October 6, 2025

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Salary:

600 000

SUMMARY:
Are you a qualified finance professional eager to join a dynamic and expanding company? This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a strong foundation in a fast-paced, high-growth environment within the Financial Services sector.

POSITION INFO:
Our client, a rapidly growing financial and technology company with operations across Southern and East Africa, is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their South African team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, supporting audits, and maintaining compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
Key Responsibilities:

Process accounting transactions and manage month-end close-offs.
Maintain trial balances in line with IFRS and group accounting policies.
Assist with internal and external audits, including VAT, Income Tax, and Provisional Tax submissions.
Accurately classify VAT transactions and maintain tax computations.
Oversee supplier invoices, payments, reconciliations, and intercompany accounts.
Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and petty cash reports.
Manage the fixed asset register and related depreciation schedules.
Perform bank reconciliations and file VAT201 returns.
Oversee salary journals and reconcile salary control accounts (EMP201).
Ensure financial data alignment between the accounting and loan management systems.
Support group accountants and financial managers with ad hoc requests.
Prepare statutory submissions for the NCR and other regulatory bodies.

Qualifications & Experience:

BCom or Honours degree in Accounting or Financial Accounting.
Completed SAIPA or SAICA training contract with registration as a SAIPA/AGA(SA)/CIMA/CA(SA)
4–6 years of post-articles experience
Solid knowledge of IFRS and Tax principles.
Proficiency in MS Excel or Google Sheets; experience with Xero is advantageous.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing financial services company that combines technology and finance to make a meaningful impact across Africa. You’ll work closely with experienced professionals, gain exposure to multiple jurisdictions, and develop your career in a supportive, high-performance environment.

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For more information, contact:
Angelique Jardim
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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