Senior Accountant

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF024086/AW

Date posted:

Monday, September 14, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Brief Description:

A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to take ownership of its finance function and play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and effective business support.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working closely with the numbers, solving complex challenges, and continuously improving financial processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining strong financial controls, overseeing day-to-day finance operations, and delivering meaningful financial insights that support business performance.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate financial processing and reporting Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and month-end reporting packs Manage journals, accruals, provisions, and month-end accounting adjustments Review balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies Oversee and support the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions Monitor cash flow and maintain effective financial administration processes Identify control weaknesses, investigate financial issues, and implement practical solutions Drive process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and accountability across the finance function Partner with operational teams to provide financial insights that support informed decision-making and improved business performance Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement Minimum Requirements Qualifications: BCom Accounting or a related financial qualification Skills and Experience: Minimum 8 years' accounting experience in a senior accounting or finance role Strong experience across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and cash flow management Proven experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting platforms Exposure to a high-volume, operationally focused finance environment Demonstrated success in improving financial processes and strengthening internal controls Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a finance team Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered. Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database, and we will connect with you with any other suitable roles or positions.

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