Manufacturing Accountant

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

1828506740

Date posted:

Friday, September 19, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Accountant – Manufacturing Industry (Bellville, Cape Town)

Are you a hands-on Accountant with strong manufacturing industry experience?
Our client, a leader in their field, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join their finance team based in Bellville, Cape Town.

This is a permanent role offering long-term growth opportunities, exposure to operations, and the chance to make a real impact in a high-performing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Full accounting function including reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.
Manage stock processes, including monthly stock counts
Walk the plant, review processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements.
Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and budget support.
Perform intercompany transactions, fixed asset control, payroll validation, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Stand in for the Financial Manager in meetings when required.
Collaborate across all levels of staff – from the CEO to operational teams.

? Requirements

B.Com degree in Finance/Management Accounting (Honours/CIMA/CA(SA) advantageous).
Minimum 5 years’ accounting and reporting experience.
Manufacturing industry experience is essential.
Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel (pivot tables, large data sets).
Strong knowledge of financial processes, internal controls, and production accounting.
High energy, able to work independently, proactive, and hands-on.
Comfortable working in the plant environment (walking, stairs, safety boots, early mornings).
Excellent communication skills with the confidence to interact at all levels.

If you meet the above requirements and are seeking a long-term career opportunity in manufacturing finance, please apply.

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