Senior Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref:

JHB008027/JA

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Location:

Rosebank, South Africa

Salary:

850 000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Senior Financial Accountant

ð Northern Suburbs, Johannesburg
If you’re the kind of CA(SA) who doesn’t just report numbers but actually questions them — this one’s for you.
We’re working with a respected healthcare business looking for someone who can take ownership of a complex finance area (think IT spend, borrowings, and reporting) and bring clarity, structure, and a bit of backbone to it.

POSITION INFO:

What you’ll actually do:

Own and unpack income & expenses (and explain the “why” behind the numbers)
Pull together sharp, meaningful monthly reports & board packs
Manage borrowings + finance costs — accurately and on time
Lead a small team and keep standards high
Step into audits, budgets, and the odd project when needed
Fix what’s messy and improve what’s slow

What you need:

CA(SA) essential
~4+ years commercial experience
Strong Excel (you know your way around pivots — macros = bonus)
SAP helps, but not a dealbreaker
Confidence to engage, influence and challenge when needed

Why this role?

It’s not a “keep things ticking” role. You’ll have visibility, responsibility, and the chance to make things better — in a business where finance actually matters.
If you’re sharp, curious, and a bit allergic to mediocrity — we should talk.

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