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Senior AccountantCommunicate Recruitment • Johannesburg, South Africa
Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Communicate Recruitment • Johannesburg, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description


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.

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