Principal Accountant / Financial Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR008404/SJ

Date posted:

Friday, January 16, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

840000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Principal Accountant / Financial Manager (CA(SA)) – Senior Role.

POSITION INFO:
A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced CA(SA) to join their finance leadership team as Principal Accountant / Financial Manager. This senior role is ideal for a candidate with a strong finance background, with public sector experience being highly advantageous.

The successful candidate will take ownership of financial management and reporting, supporting strategic decision-making while contributing to national operations. This role involves travel across Free State and Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the full financial reporting function
Oversee compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Manage audits, statutory reporting, and governance processes
Provide financial insights and analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making
Collaborate with senior stakeholders across national operations

Skills and Experience:

Qualification: CA(SA)
Experience: 8–10 years post-qualification
Strong financial reporting and management experience
Public sector exposure highly advantageous
Willingness to travel nationally (Free State & Western Cape)
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Apply now!
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Chartered Accountant
Management Accountant
Financial Analyst
Financial Controller
Head of Finance

If you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will, however, be retained on our database for future suitable opportunities.

For more information, contact:
Shezanne Jaipal
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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