Senior Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU013737/ZAN

Date posted:

Friday, April 25, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

700 000

SUMMARY:
Where financial strategy meets operational excellence – we’re looking for a sharp, experienced Senior Accountant who thrives on accuracy, leadership, and driving financial health in a dynamic manufacturingenvironment.

As the custodian of financial operations, you’ll be central to ensuring compliance, improving internal controls, and mentoring a high-performing finance team – all while keeping a close eye on the bottom line.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage full financial operations including budgeting, reporting, reconciliations, and group consolidations.
Lead, mentor, and grow a finance team of five, ensuring high performance and compliance.
Review, optimise, and maintain internal financial controls and systems, ensuring timely financial closes.
Drive strategic decision-making through analysis of financial metrics, forecasts, and intercompany transactions.
Collaborate with HR, auditors, and cross-functional teams for payroll, audits, and statutory compliance.

Qualifications & Experience:

BCom in Accounting and 10+ years of post-qualification experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
Proven experience in retail, manufacturing, or trading environments, with strong knowledge of financial systems (Kerridge ERP a bonus), consolidations, and compliance.

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