Senior Accountant

SUMMARY:
A well established manufacturing business within the packaging sector is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to act as the 2IC to the Finance Manager.

POSITION INFO:
This role is ideal for a technically strong Accountant who thrives in a high volume, cost driven environment and is looking to step into a leadership focused position. Our client is a respected and stable packaging manufacturing organisation with a strong reputation for operational excellence. This opportunity offers exposure to full-function financial accounting and advanced costing with a strong focus on ABC material costing and staff management, making it an excellent career growth role for a Senior Accountant ready to take on broader responsibility. You will work closely with the Finance Manager, oversee critical finance functions and manage two indirect reports, positioning yourself as a key contributor to the finance leadership team. This role offers hands-on responsibility, technical depth and visibility at a senior level and is an ideal platform for career progression within manufacturing finance. Key Responsibilities: Full-function financial accounting, including month-end and year-end processes Advanced costing and cost analysis with a strong focus on ABC costing materials Oversight and review of debtors and creditors functions Supporting and acting as the 2IC to the Finance Manager, ensuring continuity of financial operations Management and development of two indirect finance staff Assistance with audits, reporting and finance process improvement initiatives Job Experience and Skills Required: Education: BCom Degree Accounting or Finance Experience: Proven experience in a Senior Accountant or Financial Accountant role Manufacturing or cost driven environment exposure Strong experience in full-function financial accounting Exposure to ABC costing, preferably materials or production focused Experience overseeing or supporting finance team members Skills and Competencies: Strong technical accounting and reconciliation skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to operate independently and support senior finance leadership Strong Excel and accounting system proficiency Deadline driven with excellent organisational skills Apply now For more exciting Finance vacancies please visit \/> I also specialise in recruiting the following roles Financial Manager Financial Accountant Assistant Financial Manager Management Accountant Cost Accountant Financial Controller Financial Analyst If you have not received any response within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future suitable opportunities. LinkedIn

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