Job title : Management Accountant
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : December 01, 2025
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Job Description
The purpose of this role is to support the management of PPL through the providing of accurate, relevant and timely financial information which aids in better planning, evaluating and controlling of the organisationKey Responsibilities
Management Reporting
Preparation of the consolidated monthly management accounts in line with the reporting deadlinesProvide actual vs budget / forecast variance analysis on revenue and expensesReport actual vs budget / forecast results per cost centre to Department Managers / Executive TeamProvide feedback to Department Managers / Executive team on queriesIdentify new management reports to meet business requirementsPrepare first draft of monthly management presentationProduce first draft of quarterly Divisional CEO Report detailing business performanceBudgeting and Forecasting
Support the Head of Finance with the preparation of timetables and guidelines for annual budget and quarterly forecastsResponsible for the completion and submission of the annual budget and quarterly forecastsResponsible for the completion and submission of monthly rolling forecastsMaintenance and enhancement of Budget models to facilitate consolidation of budget / forecastCompleteness and accuracy of the General Ledger
Maintain Pastel Chart of Accounts that supports management reporting requirementsPrepare and process closing monthly journal entriesYear-end close and Audit
Involvement in interim & year-end reporting process as required (including liaison / query resolution with external auditors with regards to management accounts)Other Adhoc Tasks
Provide financial models for new business initiativesProvide support to Finance ManagerStakeholder management : Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Provide input and guidance in finance-related issuesJob Requirements
Behavioural & Functional Competencies
Analytical and critical thinkingEffective negotiationAbility to influenceSense of personal accountabilityDeadline driven and highly motivatedPlanning, organising and scheduling objective settingAbility to think creatively and innovatively within area of accountabilityAbility to communicate effectively on all levelsQualifications and Experience
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a management accounting roleBComm or equivalent finance qualification (Diploma / Degree)Preferred : BComm (Hons) / CIMAFinancial services industry experiences advantageousProven track record in the performance areas highlighted aboveAccounting / Financial Services jobs