Senior Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFC023735/Sav

Date posted:

Monday, January 19, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

500 000

SUMMARY:
Take ownership of a Senior Financial Accountant role where autonomy, accountability, and getting the job done right are truly valued.

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:
This opportunity is with a well-established construction group recognised for delivering quality projects and maintaining strong financial discipline. The business values finance professionals who are confident working independently, take responsibility for outcomes, and play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and control. The role is ideal for a hands-on Senior Financial Accountant who enjoys being close to the detail, strengthening processes, and supporting junior team members while contributing to the ongoing stability and growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

End to end bookkeeping and financial processing
Cashbook management and reconciliations
General ledger maintenance and trial balance reviews
Cashflow planning and reporting
Budgeting support and financial control oversight
Managing subcontractor accounts and payment processes
Training and supervising junior finance staff
Ensuring internal controls are applied, monitored, and maintained

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Completed BCom degree
Minimum 3 years relevant accounting experience
Construction industry exposure highly preferred
BuildSmart experience advantageous
Strong Excel capability
Solid bookkeeping foundation with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and take full ownership of responsibilities.

Apply now!

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Chartered Accountant CA(SA) jobs
CIMA finance role
Financial Manager opportunities
Group Reporting & Consolidations
Commercial Finance & FP&A positions

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Savannah van der Colff
Executive Recruitment Consultant
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