Senior Financial Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr004382/MonB

Date posted:

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

If you’re an experienced accountant who is ready to take complete ownership of the numbers, this could be the role for you.

A well-established group within the manufacturing sector is looking for a Senior Financial Accountant with strong commercial experience to oversee its accounting function.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is confident working independently, managing multiple entities and taking responsibility for everything from the general ledger and payroll through to statutory compliance and audit preparation.

With the flexibility to work from home, you’ll have the autonomy to manage your responsibilities while partnering with the wider finance function. Strong Sage Evolution and Sage Payroll Professional experience is essential.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Manage full-function accounting across multiple entities, processing transactions through to Trial Balance and supporting management accounts, income statements and cash flow reporting. Oversee full-cycle payroll processing on Sage Payroll Professional, including UIF declarations, claims and annual ROE submissions. Prepare and submit statutory requirements including VAT201, EMP201, EMP501, provisional tax and corporate income tax. Compile year-end audit files, fixed asset registers, leave provisions and supporting schedules, while managing auditor queries. Perform supplier, VAT and other key reconciliations and verify payment batches through Standard Bank Business Online. Maintain accurate inventory records and provide financial support to the manufacturing operations. Minimum Requirements BCom Degree in Accounting is essential. Minimum 8 years' commercial accounting experience, with manufacturing experience essential. Extensive hands-on experience with Sage Evolution is non-negotiable. Strong practical experience with Sage Payroll Professional. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with inventory management systems. A proven ability to work independently, manage deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy in a remote environment. If you're an experienced Senior Financial Accountant looking for autonomy, stability and the flexibility to work from home, this is an opportunity worth considering. Let's connect! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting: Financial Directors Chief Financial Officers Financial Managers Financial & Senior Accountants Cost & Management Accountants Financial Controllers 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: Monya Bolt ð§ Connect with me on LinkedIn!

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