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Senior Financial Accountant (Manager)

Senior Financial Accountant (Manager)

CA Financial AppointmentsWes-Kaap, South Africa
3 days ago
Job description

We’re looking for a detail-driven Financial Accountant to take ownership of our clients core accounting, reporting, and compliance functions. This permanent role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to contribute to meaningful decision-making.

What the role is all about :

You’ll be responsible for preparing accurate financial statements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic financial decisions, reporting directly to the CFO.

Key responsibilities :

  • Prepare and analyse financial statements, management reports, and schedules
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant regulatory requirements
  • Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
  • Reconcile accounts and resolve general ledger discrepancies
  • Support internal and external audits with documentation and insights
  • Oversee AP, AR, and fixed asset accounting teams
  • Assist with treasury functions and manage foreign exposure risks
  • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Ensure timely tax filings and regulatory submissions
  • Implement internal controls to safeguard assets

What we’re looking for :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (minimum)
  • 7+ years’ proven experience as a Financial Accountant
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, standards and regulations
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (e.g., MS Dynamics BC365, Sage)
  • Systems implementation exposure highly advantageous
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, and organised
  • If you don’t hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

    Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

    Employment type

    Full-time

    Job function

    Accounting / Auditing and Management

    Industries

    Wholesale Petroleum and Petroleum Products and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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