Accountant

Network Finance; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee the full accounting function and deliver accurate financial reporting. You will lead a finance team of 8–10 people and drive improvements in processes and controls.

The role requires a BCom Accounting or Finance degree, completed SAICA or SAIPA articles, and at least 3 years post-articles experience within mining, manufacturing or construction industries. Strong Excel and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or Finance degree required.
• SAICA or SAIPA articles completed.
• 3+ years post-articles experience.
• Experience in mining, manufacturing or construction industries.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Staff management or supervisory experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical abilities.
• Proactive, adaptable and solutions-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounting function, with timely financial reporting.
• Lead and mentor a finance team of 8–10 employees.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow, budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Analyse financial data, identify variances and provide insights.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable and general ledger activities.
• Support year-end audits and financial reporting.
• Drive process improvements and team performance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Budgets & forecasts

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

BCom Accounting or Finance degree

SAICA/SAIPA articles completed

Job description

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full accounting function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Lead, mentor and manage a finance team of approximately 8–10 employees.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow, budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory requirements and internal controls.
• Analyse financial data, identify variances and provide meaningful insights to management.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger activities.
• Support year-end audits and financial reporting processes.
• Drive process improvements, operational efficiencies and team performance.

What We're Looking For:

• Relevant BCom Accounting or Finance degree.
• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles.
• Minimum 3 years' post-articles experience.
• Experience within the mining, manufacturing or construction industries.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential!
• Previous staff management or supervisory experience, with the confidence to lead a team of 8–10 people.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical abilities.
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.